Senior Manager, Clinical Trials

This Senior Manager, Clinical Trial is responsible for managing all aspects of clinical trials to support the development, validation, and commercialization of non-invasive molecular diagnostic tests. This role manages clinical operations staff and all trial activities independently, including study design, protocol implementation, site monitoring, and recruitment site management.

Responsibilities

• Implement clinical trial activities per study protocol.
• Work closely with investigative site personnel, CROs, and other study vendors.
• Manage and coach clinical research staff.
• Oversee study contracting, budget, and payment processes for all clinical trial vendors, including investigational sites.
• Partner with the department head to develop department procedures and infrastructure.
• Design study-related documents, including study protocols, informed consent forms, case report forms (CRFs), and regulatory binders.
• Train CROs, vendors, investigators, and study coordinators on study protocols and relevant procedures.
• Monitor and track clinical trial progress and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other research and development groups to achieve deliverables.
• Handle protected health information (PHI) in both paper and electronic forms, ensuring compliance with HIPAA/PHI privacy, security training, and Natera training requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, a relevant discipline, or equivalent (advanced degree preferred).
• 5–10 years of clinical research experience, including at least 3–5 years in a leading role managing clinical trials.
• 2+ years of experience managing staff.
• Experience managing all aspects of trials independently, including study design, protocol implementation, site monitoring, sample management, and recruitment site management.
• Experience managing CROs is preferred.

Skills

• Familiarity with clinical research regulations.
• Ability to collaborate with study teams, cross-functional team members, and external partners.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills; self-motivated and adaptable to dynamic, fast-paced environments.

About Natera

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our mission is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier, more targeted interventions. The Natera team consists of highly dedicated professionals—including statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers, and more—from world-class institutions. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees grow quickly and take pride in driving innovation in genetic disease management.

Pay

Remote USA: $141,300—$176,600 USD. Actual compensation is based on factors such as skill set, experience, certifications, and location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Free genetic testing for employees and their immediate families, plus fertility care benefits.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
• 401k benefits.
• Commuter benefits.
• Generous employee referral program.