Senior Manager, Clinical Operations

Cerapedics; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 146,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Potential target bonus

Job summary

Cerapedics, located in Westminster, Colorado, is seeking a Senior Manager, Clinical Operations. The ideal candidate will manage clinical studies from initiation through close-out, ensuring compliance and collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates should have over 8 years of clinical trials experience, preferably in orthopedics. The position requires strong analytical skills, leadership abilities, and excellent communication. Remote work options are available, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in clinical trials management.
• Experience with orthopedics or spinal medical devices is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational aspects of clinical studies in the USA.
• Manage clinical evidence generation and trial execution.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant science or healthcare related subject

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Description

ABOUT US

Cerapedics is a global, commercial-stage orthopedics company that is dedicated to redefining the path to bone repair by healing bones faster and at higher rates, so all patients can get back to living their fullest lives. Bone grafts, including Cerapedics’ products, are used in over four million annual spine, orthopedics, trauma, and interventional procedures worldwide. Cerapedics has two drug-device products approved by the FDA powered by Cerapedics’ proprietary P-15 Osteogenic Cell Binding Peptide: PearlMatrix™ Bone Graft for all major lumbar interbody surgical approaches and i-FACTOR® Bone Graft for single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) in the cervical spine. Cerapedics is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado.

OVERVIEW

Healing lives through bone repair – this mission is what inspires us every day. If that is inspiring to you as well, consider joining us as a Senior Manager, Clinical Operations.

In this role, you will contribute to our mission through drawing upon extensive experience to ensure high-quality, compliant, collaborative, and efficient conduct of pre- and post-market clinical trials. As a Senior Manager, Clinical Operations working on the Clinical Affairs team, you will be empowered through meaningful work and career development to provide operational management of the Company’s clinical studies from study initiation through to close-out and supporting data dissemination activities and requires deep knowledge and understanding of clinical regulations and best practices. Atypical day will include‑ managing study initiation through close-out and supporting activities, collaborating with executive leadership, healthcare professionals, and research staff.

POSITION OBJECTIVES

• Oversee and manage all operational aspects relating to Cerapedics clinical studies and clinical evidence generation in the USA.
• Contribute to the development of clinical evidence strategies to maximize opportunities for data generation.
• Contributes to the development of trial strategies and refinement to ensure high-quality and efficient trial execution.
• Design, plan and implement clinical research projects in accordance with national regulation, ICH‑GCP and ISO 14155 requirements.
• Manage all clinical study project elements from initiation to close-out with an emphasis on study start‑up ensuring training and education of investigators and research staff.
• Work collaboratively with CRO to manage and execute the clinical strategic operations plan for projects including timelines, resources and cost.
• Monitor study progress and collaborate with CRO and third‑party vendors to ensure timely execution of projects and adherence to protocol, budgets and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate closely with both internal and external stakeholders including Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Medical Affairs, Senior Leadership, study investigators and site research staff.
• Support data dissemination activities and communication of clinical study outcomes to internal stakeholders.
• Perform other reasonably related activities as requested.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Communicate succinctly, clearly and accurately in both verbal and written communications.
• Experience in managing publications, medical writing and external scientific communications.
• Experience with orthopedics or spinal medical devices is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage timelines, multiple priorities under time constraints.
• Aptitude to develop technical expertise in new therapeutic area.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment.
• Must be self‑motivated, assertive and able to approach with a positive ‘can‑do’ attitude.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with thought leaders and to establish trust through the consistent demonstration of scientific expertise and satisfactory follow‑through to requests from thought‑leaders.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to compile and disseminate information to others in a cohesive fashion to assure a clear understanding of project status and direction.
• Excellent communicator, skilled at diplomacy and capable of effectively combining science and relationship building.

EDUCATION AND PREFERRED TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant science or healthcare related subject. Postgraduate qualification beneficial.
• Preferred 8 plus years of clinical trials experience (orthopedics or related discipline preferred) and demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.

WORK CONDITION/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided when requested by the employee to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position requires the incumbent to regularly utilize written and verbal communication skills, including active listening and speaking clearly and concisely.
• This position requires the incumbent to experience periods of prolonged sitting and to occasionally stand, walk, carry items, climb, reach, and lift up to 20 lbs.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate office equipment such as telephones, computers, fax machines, copiers, and to grasp objects utilizing manual dexterity including hand/finger coordination.
• Moderate to minimal supervision. A wide degree of latitude is expected. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 40%

Corporate offices are in Westminster, CO. Travel to this location is required as needed. Position can be primarily remote.

BENEFITS/COMPENSATION

• Medical and dental insurance, group life insurance, 401k matching, long term disability, potential target bonus, paid time off.

SALARY RANGE

$146,000.00 - $210,000.00

Base Salary: Annual

Target Annual Bonus: Up to 20%

Position will be posted through May 24, 2026

EEO STATEMENT

Cerapedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.