Study Start-Up Lead: Activation & Cross-Functional Ops

Dm Clinical Research Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dm Clinical Research Group is seeking an experienced Study Start-Up Manager to lead operational startup activities across the clinical research network, driving timelines from award through activation. The role coordinates with Regulatory, Clinical Operations, sponsors, CROs, and site teams to maintain momentum and ensure compliant startup execution.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in clinical research with 3+ years in start-up/activation and strong project management skills in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Life Sciences, or related field
• 5+ years of clinical research experience required
• 3+ years in Study Start-Up, Site Activation, Clinical Operations coordination, or Regulatory startup support

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational startup activities across assigned studies and network sites
• Drive timelines from award to Site Initiation Visit and activation readiness
• Monitor startup milestones, dependencies, and critical path activities
• Escalate delays or barriers impacting activation timelines
• Coordinate cross-functional startup activities with Regulatory, Clinical Operations, sponsors, CROs, and sites

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory familiarity

Operational leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Healthcare Administration

Operational experience in clinical research

Tools

CTMS

Startup trackers

eRegulatory systems

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Dm Clinical Research Group is seeking an experienced Study Start-Up Manager to lead operational startup activities across the clinical research network, driving timelines from award through activation. The role coordinates with Regulatory, Clinical Operations, sponsors, CROs, and site teams to maintain momentum and ensure compliant startup execution.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in clinical research with 3+ years in start-up/activation and strong project management skills in a fast-paced