Remote Site Activation Lead – Clinical Trials

Worldwide Clinical Trials; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Site Activation Manager to lead start-up activities and oversee site activation across global projects. You will collaborate with sponsors, sites, and cross-functional teams to drive milestones on time and within budget.

Ideal candidates have a life sciences degree, 4+ years in CRO/pharma with site management experience, and strong ICH GCP knowledge to ensure compliant study delivery. Remote work from international locations is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field with clinical research experience.
• Minimum 4 years in CRO or pharma, Start-up/Project/Site Management.
• Strong knowledge of start-up activities, planning, and site activation processes.
• Understanding of ICH GCP, regulatory requirements and trial regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems.
• Fluent English communication across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead study start-up and site activation activities for assigned projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet milestones on time and budget.
• Collect, track, analyze, and maintain essential study documentation.
• Accelerate site qualification, selection, and activation timelines.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to sponsors and leadership.
• Develop risk assessments and mitigation plans for project success.
• Monitor budgets and change orders related to site activation.
• Establish and evaluate site activation metrics and KPIs.
• Support process improvements, training, and business development efforts.

Skills

Site activation management

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

GCP compliance

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Site Activation Manager to lead start-up activities and oversee site activation across global projects. You will collaborate with sponsors, sites, and cross-functional teams to drive milestones on time and within budget.

Ideal candidates have a life sciences degree, 4+ years in CRO/pharma with site management experience, and strong ICH GCP knowledge to ensure compliant study delivery. Remote work from international locations is supported.