Senior Clinical Trial Manager Jobs in California

Senior Clinical Trial Manager jobs in California are among the most actively recruited in the life sciences sector, with consistent demand from pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and contract research organizations concentrated in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles. Employers such as Genentech, Gilead Sciences, and AstraZeneca maintain significant California operations and regularly hire at senior levels. The most sought-after specialties include oncology trials, Phase II through IV study management, and regulatory-facing site oversight roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerIntuitive (Intuitive Surgical)
Top citySouth San Francisco, CA
Cities hiring16
Work type53% Hybrid
Top industryBiotechnology

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Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)
Clinical Trial Assistant
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Clinical Trial Assistant
Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)
Sunnyvale, California
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$34 - $46/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
Clinical Trial Associate
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Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
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Clinical Trial Associate
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$60k - $80k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Viking Therapeutics, Inc.
Sr./Clinical Trial Manager
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Viking Therapeutics, Inc.
Added 4d ago
Sr./Clinical Trial Manager
Viking Therapeutics, Inc.
San Diego, California
Clinical Trials
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$120k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Predicine, Inc.
Clinical Trial Associate
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Predicine, Inc.
Added 6d ago
Clinical Trial Associate
Predicine, Inc.
Hayward, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Bachelor's degree in biology

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Karius
Clinical Trial Associate
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Karius
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Clinical Trial Associate
Karius
Redwood City, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$61k - $91k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in health sciences
51-200

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Senior Clinical Trial Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

South San Francisco
6 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Redwood City
2 jobs
Hayward
1 job
Campbell
1 job
Millbrae
1 job
Los Gatos
1 job
Sunnyvale
1 job
Sacramento
1 job

Senior Clinical Trial Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)
Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)2 open roles
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company2 open roles
Karius
Karius1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Medical Devices
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior clinical trial manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
  • Minimum five to seven years of clinical trial management experience, including Phase II through IV studies
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-site trials from start-up through closeout
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems and clinical trial management software platforms
  • Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and relevant California compliance requirements
  • Experience in oncology, rare disease, or biologics therapeutic areas preferred by California employers

Senior Clinical Trial Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior clinical trial manager in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's or advanced degree in a life sciences or healthcare field, followed by progressive clinical research experience, often starting as a clinical research associate or coordinator. California does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical trial management, but holding a certification such as the ACRP Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or SOCRA CCRP credential is a strong differentiator with California biotech and pharmaceutical employers.

Which companies hire senior clinical trial managers in California?

Employers hiring senior clinical trial managers in California right now include Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical), Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, and Karius, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's dense concentration of biotechnology headquarters and pharmaceutical regional offices means hiring volume here tends to be higher and more continuous than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most senior clinical trial manager jobs?

South San Francisco, San Diego, and Redwood City have the most senior clinical trial manager openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its concentration of biotechnology headquarters and major academic medical centers, while San Diego's pharmaceutical corridor and Los Angeles's growing oncology and cell therapy ecosystem drive strong hiring in those metros as well.

Are there remote senior clinical trial manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most clinical roles, since senior clinical trial managers spend significant time on documentation, vendor oversight, and cross-functional coordination that can be done off-site. About 76% of senior clinical trial manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based and strategic nature of the role at the senior level. Site monitoring and inspection-readiness activities are the parts most likely to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a senior clinical trial manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a clinical research coordinator or clinical research associate role, which large California employers such as Genentech, UCSF Health, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center use as feeders into trial management tracks. Completing the ACRP or SOCRA certification while in a coordinator role accelerates the path. California's contract research organizations also run associate CTM programs that give direct exposure to study management responsibilities before candidates move into fully independent senior roles.

Where can I find and apply to senior clinical trial manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to senior clinical trial manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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