Clinical Trial Manager (Contract)

The role

This person will lead the execution of mid-to-late stage global clinical studies from start-up through close-out. They will manage day-to-day trial operations, coordinate cross-functional teams, and oversee CROs and external vendors.

What you will do

• Plan and execute mid-to-late stage CNS clinical trials.
• Lead day-to-day clinical trial operations and coordinate cross-functional partners.
• Oversee CROs and external vendors including co-monitoring activities.
• Drive critical study milestones including site activation, enrollment, and database lock.
• Review and approve CRO and vendor generated plans and study documentation.
• Monitor study progress using operational metrics, dashboards, and financial tracking.
• Identify, assess, and manage operational risks.
• Ensure inspection and audit readiness and oversee Trial Master File maintenance.
• Contribute to operational planning and regulatory deliverables.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or health-related discipline.
• 5+ years clinical trial management experience within an industry sponsor environment.
• Proven ability to manage global clinical studies.
• Strong working knowledge of ICH guidelines, GCP, and global regulatory requirements.
• Solid understanding of project management principles.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Nice to have

• Experience managing clinical trials in CNS therapeutic development
• PMP or similar training

Benefits

• Medical plans including PPO and EPO options
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401 (k)
• Wellness programs
• Other discounts

About the company

Centessa Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage company developing orexin receptor 2 (OX2R) agonists for the treatment of narcolepsy and other sleep-wake disorders. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.