Senior Level Clinical Trial Associate Jobs
Senior level clinical trial associate jobs place experienced professionals in charge of trial execution, protocol oversight, and the cross-functional teams that keep studies on track from initiation through closeout. 67% of openings are remote or hybrid, with hiring concentrated in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services and employers like Eikon Therapeutics, Abbott, and Biogen hiring at this level now.
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Position Summary
The Principal Clinical Trial Manager provides leadership in the development of clinical trial activities and ensures that clinical trials are completed in time and with the highest quality with thoughtful delegation of study related tasks and assignments.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
- Leading the process of pre and post market clinical trials for FDA by employing effective organizational strategies and reviewing and presenting the results using rigorous clinical procedures
- Responsible for creating study specific templates across all programs
- Responsible for managing the planning, implementation, and tracking of the clinical monitoring process with CRAs
- Provide oversight of drafting all annual and bi-annual pre and post market reports to FDA in collaboration with the regulatory team
- Lead all clinical site interactions (including assistance with IRB/EC applications, contract negotiations, enrollment tracking, clinical trial material and clinical supply requests, issue resolution, etc.)
- Own and manage all trial start-up, conduct, and close-out activities according to industry and corporate standards
- Lend expertise to the preparation of key clinical documents in conjunction with other team members (e.g. protocols, informed consent, amendments, CRF’s, training materials, project plans, monitoring plans, data plans, statistical analysis plans, summary reports, etc.)
- Establish professional rapport and engage in frequent communication with investigational site personnel in order to keep study on-track
- Track internal metrics, timelines and budgets
- Communicate trial status to trial team
- Prepare and present trial specific updates to management
- Oversee and participate in monitoring activities at clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to GCP and ICH guidelines, regulatory requirements, SOPs, protocols and take ownership for data completion and accuracy
- Interact with data management personnel to plan, monitor, and execute data analyses
- Support applications and technical files as needed
- Collaborate with project specific committees (e.g., DSMB, CEC)
- Assist with preparation for investigators’ meetings
- Work with vendors as needed
- Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as assigned/required.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
This position manages the following positions on a daily basis.
- This position will not have management responsibilities.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
- None (Standard office environment).
- Travel up to 25% of the time
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS in Science, Life Sciences or relevant field
- 8-10 years’ pharmaceutical drug development, biotech or CRO industries experience monitoring and managing clinical trials (cardiovascular therapeutic indications preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven expertise in executing IRB/EC submissions and approvals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters in Science, Life Sciences or relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in medical device (strongly preferred)
- Outstanding track record leading large complex global clinical trials for medical device products in different phases of the product cycle
- Broad and deep knowledge of device clinical trial documentation requirements including monitoring requirements, FDA regulations, and operational aspects of clinical trials
- Experience complying with GCP, ICH, ISO and FDA regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to identify operational issues and proactively recommend and implement strategies to resolve problems
- In-depth knowledge of adverse event investigation, analysis, and reporting procedures and standards
- Willing to be held accountable for deliverables
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented
- Experience interfacing with multiple vendors/contractors
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities
- Must be results-driven and exhibit a sense of urgency
- Clear and concise in verbal and written communication, fosters smooth flow of timely and relevant information
- Strong initiative and positive attitude
- Ability to support and build collaborative relationships both internally and externally
- Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions using sound judgment
- Experience with electronic data capture (EDC)
- Experience in clinical budget planning and management
- Influential & assertive communication skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- Good record keeping skills
- Ability to motivate
- Self Confidence
- Ability to think Out-of-the-box
- Problem solving skills
- Conflict management skills
Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.
TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes.
Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health.
Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc.
TransMedics is committed to equitable and transparent compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is $137,100.00 – $193,700.00, which represents the company’s current good-faith estimate of compensation for this position. Actual salary will depend on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific work location. This role may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and wellness resources). We comply with all U.S. pay transparency laws and do not request or consider salary history.
Employee Benefit:
- Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
- Dental
- Vision
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- 401K Plan
- Pet insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Senior Level Clinical Trial Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level clinical trial associate job?
Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have owned trial management end-to-end, not just supported it. Demonstrate experience as the primary contact for sponsors or CROs, show that you have resolved protocol deviations independently, and highlight any mentoring or training you have provided to junior associates. Regulatory submission experience and therapeutic area depth are strong differentiators at the senior level.
Which companies hire senior level clinical trial associates?
Companies hiring senior level clinical trial associates right now include Eikon Therapeutics, Abbott, and Biogen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from large pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and biotechs scaling their clinical operations teams.
Are there remote senior level clinical trial associate jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level given the documentation-heavy and communication-intensive nature of the work. About 67% of senior level clinical trial associate openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though some roles require periodic site visits or on-site presence during critical study milestones.
What makes a clinical trial associate role senior level?
Senior level clinical trial associate roles are defined by independent ownership of complex or multi-site trials, accountability for site performance, and the expectation that you mentor junior staff. These roles require deep familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines, experience resolving escalated compliance issues, and the ability to lead study teams without close supervision from a manager.
Which industries hire the most senior level clinical trial associates?
Senior Level clinical trial associate roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive demand because they run the largest volumes of regulated clinical studies and require experienced professionals to manage site relationships and protocol adherence at scale.