Study Startup Manager
Core
Leads study startup and site activation for clinical trials in assigned countries, ensuring deliverables, timelines, and compliance while managing local teams and vendors.
Role type
Senior Study Startup Manager (Lead/Line Manager)
Builds
Study startup processes and site activation timelines for clinical trial projects
Domain
Clinical Research / Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Study Startup process expertise, resource allocation, training delivery, team leadership, quality metrics review, manual development, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
MS Office, MS Project
Responsibilities
Lead study startup from project start to site activation in 1-3 countries; Ensure startup deliverables and compliance with training matrices; Develop and deliver training materials and mentor staff; Manage local Study Startup team members; Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvement plans; Act as primary contact for clients and vendors on startup matters.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with line management responsibilities