Clinical Program Manager
$85,000–$141,000 year
On-siteBethesda, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate complex clinical research portfolios by managing end-to-end project lifecycles, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of studies. Lead operational activities from feasibility assessments through site coordination and study activation while developing project plans and performance metrics. Facilitate stakeholder communication across investigators, regulatory bodies, and institutions by driving meetings, tracking action items, and preparing leadership briefings. Monitor enrollment and portfolio performance to identify risks, support protocol and regulatory submissions, and implement risk mitigation strategies. Manage audits, inspections, and monitoring visits while overseeing financial activities such as budget development and expenditure tracking. Serve as a liaison between research programs and regulatory offices to ensure compliance with clinical trial requirements and milestones.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in health and medical administrative services, nursing, or a related field
- Minimum of FOUR (4) years of experience supporting clinical research programs
- Experience supporting complex clinical research portfolios and coordinating across stakeholders
- Experience with clinical trial management systems and research databases
- Experience with technology transfer agreements, clinical trial agreements, cooperative research and development agreements, or similar partnerships
- Experience supporting NIH, NCI, academic medical centers, or federally funded research programs
- Ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD 'public trust'; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
Desired Qualifications
- Certifications in any of the following: SOCRA, FAC-P/M, FAC-COR, and/or PMP Certification
- Strong project management, coordination, and communication skills
- Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) certification
- Experience in clinical trial design, feasibility assessments, and regulatory processes
- Experience supporting multi-site or multi-center clinical trials
- Candidates with an active public trust or suitability
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