Clinical Trial Manager

Senior Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) 

Location:   This position may be performed remotely with travel to the Boston area as needed.   

Position Summary 

This role will be responsible for project management in the initiation, execution and close out of domestic and international clinical studies, including study concept and design, feasibility assessments, study start-up, contract and budget oversight, data exchange and support of data analysis and interpretation. 

This position requires both the knowledge and experience to work within established clinical trial paradigms while exploring and embracing new approaches to conducting research to support data aggregation and analysis to advance patient care. The Sr. CTM will participate on clinical project teams to achieve quality results in a cost-effective and timely manner. S/he will be a key team member to establish key practices and procedures for the clinical team. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Manage study activities in the successful execution of clinical trials from protocol concept to clinical study report, complying with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and international regulations 
• Manage strategic engagement with key collaborators 
• Set-up and oversee clinical trial-related trackers such as regulatory documents, trial master file (TMF), startup progress, screening/enrollment, study invoices/payments, project budgets, etc. 
• Key contributor to IRB/EC and regulatory submissions 
• Oversee TMF reviews to ensure completeness and inspection readiness 
• Regularly review documents to ensure adherence to Clinical Operations and/or project specific quality requirements (e.g. SOPs, work practices, training guides) 
• Identify and mitigate against study risks, escalating as necessary 
• Direct initiatives to identify and implement best practices and continuous improvement plans in clinical development 

Education and Professional Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field required; advanced scientific degree a plus 
• 5+ years directly managing clinical trials in Sponsor or CRO setting 
• In-depth knowledge of clinical trial operations, ICH, GCP Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements 
• Experience directing members of clinical operations teams 
• Experience working in a team across multiple functional areas (e.g., Quality Assurance, Data Management, Biostats, Medical Writing, Safety, Clinical Supply, Finance) 

Other Essentials and Key Success Factors 

• Intellectual curiosity, innovation and creative problem solving with an entrepreneurial spirit 
• Ability to think critically in fast-paced projects with a keen sense of urgency and demonstrated ability to problem solve 
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously, as well as a member of a collaborative team 
• Highly-organized and detail-oriented with a passion to deliver quality results 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to build relationships internally and externally 
• Highest levels of professionalism, confidence, personal values and ethical standards 

Annualized Base Salary$168,000—$188,000 USD

**Compensation & Benefits

At Praxis, we believe that taking care of our people (and their people) is important, so we provide a world class benefits package to help you thrive.  This includes 99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans.  We also provide company-paid life insurance, AD&D, disability benefits, and voluntary plans to personalize your coverage. Thinking about the future?  We match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% on eligible 401(k) contributions and sweeten the deal with long-term stock incentives and ESPP.  We provide a discretionary quarterly bonus, an extremely flexible wellness benefit, generous PTO, paid holidays and company-wide shutdowns.  Not to mention, you'll also be joining a phenomenal crew of colleagues who are smart, engaged and inspiring.  We aim high, collaborate hard, and produce results.  Let’s achieve the impossible together! 
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Company Overview 

Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating genetic insights into the development of therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance.  At Praxis we share a common vision of reshaping the human condition into a more freeing and fulfilled existence by developing high impact medicines for patients and families affected by and living with complex brain disorders.  Our core Values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity and Results are foundational to every aspect of our business and are exemplified by each and every one of our team members.

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