Clinical Trial Manager

Nextrials, Inc.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to oversee clinical trial planning, execution, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in medicine or science, experience in managing trials, and the capability to travel. This role offers competitive salary and benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health insurance offerings

Flexible optional benefits

Annual leave entitlements

Retirement planning offerings

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field is mandatory.
• 5+ years experience in clinical trial management preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage clinical trials efficiently.
• Collaborate on establishing trial protocols and procedures.
• Build relationships with investigators and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and ethical guidelines.
• Make critical decisions related to trial design and risk management.

Skills

Ability to drive clinical deliverables

Subject matter expertise in the therapeutic area

Demonstrated monitoring experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Education

University degree in medicine or science

Job description

Clinical Trial Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization.

We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team at ICON Plc.

In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory guidelines.

As a leader in our research department, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, manage site relationships, and provide strategic guidance to drive the successful delivery of clinical trial outcomes.

What you will be doing

• Plan and manage all aspects of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to establish and implement clinical trial protocols and procedures.
• Build and manage strong relationships with trial investigators and stakeholders.
• Ensure all trials are conducted in compliance with local, national, and international regulations and ethical guidelines.
• Problem‑solve and make critical decisions regarding trial design, vendor selection, and risk management.

Your Profile

• University degree in medicine, science, or equivalent combination of education & experience
• Demonstrated ability to drive the clinical deliverables of a study
• Subject matter expertise in the designated therapeutic area
• Prior monitoring experience is preferred
• Ability to travel up to 20%

What ICON can offer you

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our Benefits Examples Include

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Inclusion & Belonging

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development