Senior Global Clinical Study Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking a Global Study Manager responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of clinical trial site management activities across global studies. This role ensures successful site selection, activation, monitoring oversight, and closeout—while balancing speed, quality, and cost. You will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and study protocols. This is a highly visible role that combines strategic leadership, operational execution, and financial oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Study & Site Leadership
  Lead site management strategy from study award through close-out
  Oversee site identification, selection, activation, and recruitment performance
  Ensure clinical monitoring processes meet study needs and timelines
  Partner with CRAs to optimize enrollment, data quality, and compliance

• Project & Stakeholder Management
  Serve as primary client contact and own key customer relationships
  Lead cross-functional teams across regions and cultures
  Facilitate internal and external meetings, including executive presentations
  Drive collaboration across stakeholders, vendors, and functional leads

• Operational Excellence & Risk Management
  Develop and manage integrated study plans and risk mitigation strategies
  Proactively identify risks and implement corrective/preventative actions
  Monitor study timelines, enrollment trends, and data quality metrics
  Ensure compliance with GCP, SOPs, protocols, and regulatory standards

• Financial & Contract Management
  Manage study financials, including forecasting and revenue acceleration
  Identify and manage out-of-scope work and change orders
  Oversee Billing Unit Reviews (BURs) and expense approvals
  Track performance against budget and Estimate at Completion (EAC)

• Quality & Compliance
  Maintain TMF health and ensure timely document submission
  Develop quality monitoring plans and compliance metrics
  Ensure adherence to study tools, training materials, and processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field

• 5+ years of clinical research/monitoring experience, including 2 years in a clinical study management role

• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and clinical trial processes

• Experience managing global clinical trials and multi-regional teams

• Demonstrated experience in project financial management

Core Competencies

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strong problem-solving and risk mitigation capabilities

• Ability to influence without authority in matrix organizations

• High attention to detail and quality-driven mindset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and clinical systems (e.g., CTMS, EDC)

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge global trials across therapeutic areas

• Collaborate with top talent in a dynamic, global environment

• Make a direct impact on patient outcomes worldwide

IQVIA

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

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