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Externally Sponsored Research Manager

US - Gaithersburg - MD💼 Full-time💰 $112,154–$112,154🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operational backbone for externally sponsored research in the USA, ensuring high-quality, compliant studies that inform practice and broaden patient impact.

Role type

Senior IC research operations manager

Builds

Externally sponsored research (ESR) programs and study execution

Domain

Pharmaceutical industry + clinical research operations

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Clinical study management, Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) processes, Study management systems, GCP/ICH guidelines, Financial knowledge for study management, Contract and budget management, Risk mitigation, Stakeholder liaison

Preferred skills

Tumor type area expertise, Regulatory submission support (LOAs)

Technologies

ACCORD, VCV

Responsibilities

Coordinate cross-functional collaboration for study start-up and execution; Manage operational compliance with global/local policies; Ensure accurate and timely data entry into ESR management systems; Facilitate Local Strategic Alignment (LSA) governance meetings; Prepare research CDAs/CSAs; Monitor study performance and escalate risks; Maintain study budgets and ensure accurate payments; Support corrective action plans for off-track studies; Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs for LOA requests.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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