Clinical Research Manager Jobs in California
Clinical Research Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, and academic medical centers, with openings at every level from associate clinical research manager through executive director. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers such as Genentech, Johnson & Johnson, and UCLA Health maintain significant clinical operations. The most in-demand specialties are oncology trials, Phase II through IV study management, and regulatory compliance oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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How you will make an impact:
- Field monitoring of studies and data collection for clinical trials, assessing all data documentation, reports, records, transcripts, exam results for consistency with case report form, and determining if clinical trial/study subject documentation is within parameters of study hypothesis, as well as monitoring clinical trial/study safety, in keeping with protocols, GCP (Good Clinical Practices) and regulatory requirements.
- Developing and delivering technical training on GCPs, protocols, database, compliance, device accountability, adverse event reporting, study investigation protocols, amendments, regulatory documentation requirements as well as training and proctoring new employees on trial and study related activities. Acting as a mentor to new or junior level employees.
- Providing oversight of and insights into trial activities (e.g., trends in protocol compliance, enrollment, monitoring deviations, data quality) to principal investigators and support staff, and study sponsor management and leadership staff, including Institutional Review Boards/Ethics Committees/Research Ethics Boards, Contract, and Training, developing process improvements.
- Contributing to the development of clinical protocols, informed consent forms, and case report forms.
- Validating investigational device accountability by tracking the history of investigational devices from Edwards to the field sites and through final disposition.
- Verifying trial/study data, including maintaining appropriate regulatory documents both internal and external, auditing to be sure the site has the appropriate regulatory documentation to conduct the trial/study, and source documentation is properly recorded.
- Editing/amending informed consent documents.
What you’ll need (Required):
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in related field with 5 years of field monitoring, quality assurance/control and regulatory compliance experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria. Ability to travel up to 75% domestically.
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What else we look for (Preferred):
- Clinical research certification (ACRP or SoCRA clinical coordinator / CRA certification.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Proven expertise in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Adobe, and ability to operate general computer software and office machinery.
- Excellent understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, pathology, and physiology or Business Unit area of expertise.
- Moderate understanding of medical device regulatory requirements and documents, device accountability and adverse events reporting.
- Technical writing skills (protocols, CRF development, study tools).
- Ability to communicate and relate well with key opinion leaders and clinical personnel.
- Experience in training new hires.
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
The base pay range for this position is $108,000 to $153,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Research Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- IQVIA29

- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center17

- Stanford University14

- Kaiser Permanente12

- CenExel Clinical Research12

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services12
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8
- Education6
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Medical Devices1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
- Minimum five years of clinical trial experience including supervisory or team lead responsibilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
- ACRP Certified Clinical Research Professional or SOCRA CCRP certification strongly preferred
- Experience managing CRO relationships and coordinating multi-site California trial networks
Clinical Research Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research manager in California?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or health-related field followed by several years of hands-on clinical trial coordination experience. California does not issue a state-specific license for clinical research managers, but most hiring managers expect a nationally recognized credential such as the ACRP Certified Clinical Research Professional or the SOCRA CCRP. Large California research institutions and biotechs treat these credentials as a practical hiring standard rather than a preference.
Which companies hire clinical research managers in California?
Employers hiring clinical research managers in California right now include IQVIA, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Stanford University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's dense concentration of biopharmaceutical headquarters and major academic medical centers means the hiring base is unusually broad, ranging from large global sponsors to specialized CROs and hospital-based research programs.
Which California cities have the most clinical research manager jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the most clinical research manager openings in California. The Bay Area's concentration of biotechnology headquarters and San Diego's pharmaceutical and biotech corridor drive most of the volume, while Los Angeles draws demand from its large academic medical centers and hospital systems running sponsored trials across multiple therapeutic areas.
Are there remote clinical research manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, since clinical research managers frequently oversee on-site trial activities and investigator visits. About 51% of clinical research manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, typically concentrated in study oversight, vendor management, and regulatory document review functions rather than active site monitoring work.
How can I get hired as a clinical research manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic starting point is a clinical research coordinator or clinical trials associate role, which large California employers such as UCSF Health, Cedars-Sinai, and UC San Diego Health use as the entry tier for their research pipelines. From there, lateral moves into CRO project associate positions at firms operating out of San Francisco or San Diego build the trial management exposure that California hiring managers require. Earning a SOCRA CCRP or ACRP credential early signals seriousness and accelerates the path to a managerial title.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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