Senior Clinical Trial Manager

galderma; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma is seeking a Senior Clinical Trial Manager to plan and oversee global clinical trials, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality across the study lifecycle. The role includes coordinating with Clinical Science Experts, managing CROs/FSPs, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver compliant study results.

The successful candidate will have a Life Sciences degree and at least 5 years in clinical research/operations, with experience in major markets and a readiness to travel about 20%

Qualifications

• University degree in Life Sciences such as biology, pharmacology, nursing, or health sciences.
• Progressive experience in clinical research/operations (at least 5 years).
• Experience from protocol development to the compilation of study reports.
• Experience as manager of clinical trials in major market(s) such as US, China.
• Experience in supervising CROs.
• Excellent understanding of the drug development process; systemic drug and biologics experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and local regulations.
• Fluent in English (written and oral).
• Willingness to travel for internal corporate and external investigator and scientific meetings, travel ~20%.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct clinical trials.
• Lead and manage cross-functional Clinical Trial Team to ensure all trial deliverables meet timelines, budget, quality, and best practices.
• Work with Clinical Science Experts for the design of the clinical trials.
• Establish milestones, budget and timelines in partnership with the trial team and outsourcing manager.
• Manage trial progress and ensure documentation aligns with timelines.
• Identify risks and develop action plans to mitigate program risks.
• Support regulatory submissions with clinical documentation and readiness for inspections.

Skills

Fluent English

Clinical trial management

CRO management

Budget planning

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Life Sciences degree

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The Opportunity

The Senior Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) plans and manages overall activities for assigned global clinical trial(s). This includes timelines, budgets, resources, investigational sites, vendors and key deliverables. This position ensures compliance with SOPs, regulatory requirements and ICH/GCP guidelines and aligns with company strategies and goals. The Senior CTM may lead other CTMs in the organization depending on the scope of the clinical trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and Conduct Clinical Trials
• Lead and manage cross-functional Clinical Trial Team to ensure all trial deliverables are met according to timelines, budget, quality standards and operational best practices
• Work closely with the Clinical Science Experts and Clinical Scientists for the design of the clinical trials
• Establish project milestones, budget and timelines for the study in partnership with the Clinical Trial Team and outsourcing manager
• Manage clinical trial progress and ensure completeness of documentation and data collection in adherence with the project timelines
• Proactively identify potential risks and develop & implement action plans to avoid or mitigate program risks
• Contribute to the reporting of clinical studies and clinical documentation to regulatory submissions according to plan and in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, international standards and the company quality system throughout the development life cycle
• As applicable, provide oversight to Clinical Research Associates and Clinical Trial Administrators assigned to the clinical trial
• Manage Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and Functional Service Providers (FSPs)
• Collaborate with Procurement to prepare clinical outsourcing specifications
• Participate in the selection of the CRO or FSPs
• Serve as the primary trial contact with the CRO and FSPs
• Ensure that all aspects of the trial are prepared for regulatory inspections at any time
• Serve as member of the inspection readiness team in preparation of a regulatory inspection
• Support the preparation for and conduct of investigational site and sponsor health authority inspections, as applicable
• Contribute to and initiate trial and departmental process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• University degree required in Life Sciences such as biology, pharmacology, nursing, or health sciences
• Progressive experience in clinical research/operations (at least 5 years)
• Experience from all parts of the clinical trial process, from protocol development to the compilation of study reports
• Experience as manager of clinical trials in major market(s) such as US, China
• Experience in supervising CROs
• Excellent understanding of the drug development process, systemic drug and biologics experience preferred
• Excellent knowledge of international ICH/GCP guidelines, basic knowledge of GMP/GDP
• Excellent knowledge of relevant local regulations
• Fluent in English (written and oral)
• Willingness to travel for internal corporate and external investigator and scientific meetings, both nationally and internationally. Travel estimated at 20%

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Work environments and physical requirements may var