Sr. Manager - Clinical Trial Lead

Experteer Overview In this role you will lead end-to-end delivery of one or more clinical studies, guiding cross-functional teams to develop robust, patient-focused protocols. You will own day-to-day study management, ensure GCP compliance, and manage study budgets and risks. You’ll collaborate with SMTs to align study plans with IAP/POP, drive governance, and optimize outsourcing strategies with CRO partners. Your work supports timely, high-quality trial execution that advances Biogen’s mission in neurology and rare diseases. This position offers strategic influence, leadership across functional teams, and a focus on operational excellence. Compensation / Benefits • Lead study management activities for one or more clinical studies, ensuring on-time delivery within budget • Chair the SMT to develop scientifically robust and operationally feasible protocol concepts • Collaborate with core SMT and program teams to align study design with IAP and POP • Evaluate study feasibility and support protocol development using operational and scientific assessment • Develop and maintain cross-functional operational plans and risk mitigation • Ensure day-to-day study operations, regulatory compliance, and data integrity • Oversee study budgets and cost drivers, with governance on budgetary stewardship • Monitor outsourced studies, manage CRO relationships, and ensure milestones are met • Maintain study-related plans (Monitoring Plan, Study Risk Management Plan, etc.) and governance readiness • Drive process improvements, champion best practices, and promote cross-unit collaboration Tasks • B.A. or B.Sc. in a scientific discipline • 6+ years in clinical operations management with outsourced trials • Strong project management, risk assessment, contingency planning, and communication skills • Working knowledge of clinical development across trial phases and cross-functional drug development • Expertise in GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements • Ability to develop and execute operational plans and manage CRO outsourcing strategies • Familiarity with budgeting, financial management, reporting, and analysis in clinical trials Key requirements • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance • Paid vacation and end-of-year shutdown • Paid holidays and personal time off • 401(k) with company match and employee stock purchase plan