Entry Level Clinical Trial Project Manager Jobs
New grad clinical trial project manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work in clinical research or a demonstrated understanding of trial protocols can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research roles with varied on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like Medpace, Triveni Bio, and Saint Luke's hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY
The CTA/Sr. Clinical Trial Associate supports the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical trials from study start-up through close-out. This individual plays a critical role in maintaining study documentation, tracking operational activities, and ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs. The CTA / Sr. CTA collaborates cross-functionally with internal teams, CROs, and clinical sites to ensure high-quality trial conduct.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide coordination, administrative support and tracking of trial activities to meet department and program goals. Support the set-up, maintenance and close-out of clinical trials
- Assist with study start-up activities including vendor systems builds, regulatory document review, ethics/IRB queries, and site activation tracking
- Maintain and QC Trial Master File (TMF), ensuring documents are filed accurately and on time
- Support preparation and review of study documents (e.g., protocols, ICFs, study plans and Manuals etc.)
- Track study metrics and site performance using CTMS and spreadsheets
- Organize and attend internal and external study meetings; prepare agendas, generate meeting minutes, track action items and ensure team remains accountable to set deadlines
- Work closely with CROs, vendors, and clinical sites to facilitate communication and resolve issues
- Support oversight of monitoring visit reports and follow-up
- Assist in creation and revisions of SOPs
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field
- 2 years of experience as a CTA in sponsor or CRO setting.
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP and general understanding of the drug development process
- Experience working in clinical trial phases (I–3), global experience is a plus.
- Experience working with eTMF systems (e.g., Veeva, Kivo, etc.)
- Familiarity with CTMS and other clinical trial management tools
- Experience working with CROs and other study related vendors
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Comfortable collaborating in a cross-functional, global team
- Ability to work on-site and adhere to an “office-first” culture is required.
SUMMARY
The CTA/Sr. Clinical Trial Associate supports the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical trials from study start-up through close-out. This individual plays a critical role in maintaining study documentation, tracking operational activities, and ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs. The CTA / Sr. CTA collaborates cross-functionally with internal teams, CROs, and clinical sites to ensure high-quality trial conduct.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide coordination, administrative support and tracking of trial activities to meet department and program goals. Support the set-up, maintenance and close-out of clinical trials
- Assist with study start-up activities including vendor systems builds, regulatory document review, ethics/IRB queries, and site activation tracking
- Maintain and QC Trial Master File (TMF), ensuring documents are filed accurately and on time
- Support preparation and review of study documents (e.g., protocols, ICFs, study plans and Manuals etc.)
- Track study metrics and site performance using CTMS and spreadsheets
- Organize and attend internal and external study meetings; prepare agendas, generate meeting minutes, track action items and ensure team remains accountable to set deadlines
- Work closely with CROs, vendors, and clinical sites to facilitate communication and resolve issues
- Support oversight of monitoring visit reports and follow-up
- Assist in creation and revisions of SOPs
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field
- 2 years of experience as a CTA in sponsor or CRO setting.
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP and general understanding of the drug development process
- Experience working in clinical trial phases (I–3), global experience is a plus.
- Experience working with eTMF systems (e.g., Veeva, Kivo, etc.)
- Familiarity with CTMS and other clinical trial management tools
- Experience working with CROs and other study related vendors
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Comfortable collaborating in a cross-functional, global team
- Ability to work on-site and adhere to an “office-first” culture is required.
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Who's Hiring
- Medpace40
- Triveni Bio1
- Saint Luke's1
- Obsidian Therapeutics1
- Jupiter Research Services1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services35
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals35
- Science & Research2
- Retail1
- Medical Devices1
Entry Level Clinical Trial Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical trial project manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand clinical trial phases, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, and regulatory documentation basics. A degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field is a strong foundation, and internship or co-op experience with a sponsor, CRO, or research site gives you a concrete edge. Highlighting any hands-on trial coordination, IRB submission work, or data management experience in your application helps significantly at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level clinical trial project managers?
Companies hiring entry level clinical trial project managers right now include Medpace, Triveni Bio, and Saint Luke's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of contract research organizations, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, academic medical centers, and specialty clinical staffing firms that regularly onboard junior candidates.
Are there remote entry level clinical trial project manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and study type. About 7% of entry level clinical trial project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the industry's shift toward decentralized trial models and remote data oversight. Some roles still require on-site presence for site monitoring or investigator coordination, so check each listing for location requirements.
Are these new grad clinical trial project manager jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad and junior positions open to recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic research as qualifying background, and may consider a strong portfolio of coursework or volunteer clinical work. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'new grad,' or 'training provided' in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical trial project managers?
Entry Level clinical trial project manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they run ongoing study pipelines that require dedicated project support staff at every experience level, creating consistent openings for candidates who are early in their clinical careers.