Sr. Manager - Clinical Trial Lead

Experteer Overview
In this role you will lead end-to-end delivery of one or more clinical studies, guiding cross-functional teams to develop robust, patient-focused protocols. You will own day-to-day study management, ensure GCP compliance, and manage study budgets and risks. You’ll collaborate with SMTs to align study plans with IAP/POP, drive governance, and optimize outsourcing strategies with CRO partners. Your work supports timely, high-quality trial execution that advances Biogen’s mission in neurology and rare diseases. This position offers strategic influence, leadership across functional teams, and a focus on operational excellence.

Compensation / Benefits
• Lead study management activities for one or more clinical studies, ensuring on-time delivery within budget
• Chair the SMT to develop scientifically robust and operationally feasible protocol concepts
• Collaborate with core SMT and program teams to align study design with IAP and POP
• Evaluate study feasibility and support protocol development using operational and scientific assessment
• Develop and maintain cross-functional operational plans and risk mitigation
• Ensure day-to-day study operations, regulatory compliance, and data integrity
• Oversee study budgets and cost drivers, with governance on budgetary stewardship
• Monitor outsourced studies, manage CRO relationships, and ensure milestones are met
• Maintain study-related plans (Monitoring Plan, Study Risk Management Plan, etc.) and governance readiness
• Drive process improvements, champion best practices, and promote cross-unit collaboration

Tasks
• B.A. or B.Sc. in a scientific discipline
• 6+ years in clinical operations management with outsourced trials
• Strong project management, risk assessment, contingency planning, and communication skills
• Working knowledge of clinical development across trial phases and cross-functional drug development
• Expertise in GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to develop and execute operational plans and manage CRO outsourcing strategies
• Familiarity with budgeting, financial management, reporting, and analysis in clinical trials

Key requirements
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Paid vacation and end-of-year shutdown
• Paid holidays and personal time off
• 401(k) with company match and employee stock purchase plan