Senior Clinical Trial Manager

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ—the skin—meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning, and bring positive energy, combining initiative with teamwork and collaboration. Above all, we aim to empower each employee and promote personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future.

About the Role

The Senior Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) plans and manages overall activities for assigned global clinical trial(s), including timelines, budgets, resources, investigational sites, vendors, and key deliverables. This position ensures compliance with SOPs, regulatory requirements, and ICH/GCP guidelines while aligning with company strategies and goals. The Senior CTM may lead other CTMs depending on the scope of the clinical trial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional Clinical Trial Teams to ensure all trial deliverables are met according to timelines, budget, quality standards, and operational best practices.
• Work closely with Clinical Science Experts and Clinical Scientists to design clinical trials.
• Establish project milestones, budget, and timelines in partnership with the Clinical Trial Team and outsourcing manager.
• Manage clinical trial progress and ensure completeness of documentation and data collection in adherence to project timelines.
• Proactively identify potential risks and develop and implement action plans to avoid or mitigate program risks.
• Contribute to the reporting of clinical studies and clinical documentation for regulatory submissions according to plan and in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, international standards, and the company quality system throughout the development life cycle.
• Provide oversight to Clinical Research Associates and Clinical Trial Administrators assigned to the clinical trial, as applicable.
• Collaborate with Procurement to prepare clinical outsourcing specifications and participate in the selection of CROs or FSPs.
• Serve as the primary trial contact with CROs and FSPs.
• Ensure all aspects of the trial are prepared for regulatory inspections at any time and serve as a member of the inspection readiness team.
• Support the preparation for and conduct of investigational site and sponsor health authority inspections, as applicable.
• Contribute to and initiate trial and departmental process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• University degree in Life Sciences such as biology, pharmacology, nursing, or health sciences.
• Progressive experience in clinical research/operations (at least 5 years).
• Experience across all parts of the clinical trial process, from protocol development to the compilation of study reports.
• Experience managing clinical trials in major markets such as the US or China.
• Experience supervising CROs.
• Excellent understanding of the drug development process; systemic drug and biologics experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of international ICH/GCP guidelines and basic knowledge of GMP/GDP.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant local regulations.
• Fluent in English (written and oral).
• Willingness to travel for internal corporate and external investigator and scientific meetings, both nationally and internationally (estimated at 20%).

Work Environment

This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Pay

The target base salary range for this role is $110,000–$135,000 per year. This range reflects the anticipated compensation, with actual pay varying based on job responsibilities, skills, experience, education, certifications, location, internal equity, and business considerations. Compensation decisions are made based on an assessment of the candidate’s qualifications and the totality of relevant factors. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Galderma offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Other benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.