Lead groundbreaking clinical trials in Shanghai. ICON seeks an experienced Clinical Trial Manager to drive study execution, manage sites & ensure compliance. Apply your therapeutic expertise & leadership skills.
Shape the Future of Clinical Development in Shanghai
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and government and public health organizations.
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) to join our dynamic team in Shanghai. In this pivotal role, you will be the strategic and operational leader responsible for the end-to-end delivery of clinical trials. You will ensure studies are executed with excellence—on time, within budget, and in full compliance with global regulations—directly contributing to bringing new therapies to patients.
Your Mission: Lead with Excellence, Deliver with Impact
As a Clinical Trial Manager at ICON, you will be the central point of accountability for the successful planning, initiation, execution, and close-out of assigned clinical trials. You will leverage your deep therapeutic and operational expertise to navigate complex challenges, build strong collaborative partnerships, and drive studies to successful completion.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Study Leadership & Execution
- Serve as the primary leader for the cross-functional study team, providing strategic direction and ensuring alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables.
- Develop, manage, and own the comprehensive study plan, timeline, and budget, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
- Oversee all operational aspects of clinical trials from site identification through to clinical study report.
Vendor & Site Relationship Management
- Select, manage, and oversee the performance of clinical service vendors (e.g., central labs, IRT, imaging) to ensure seamless trial execution.
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with investigative sites and key opinion leaders (KOLs).
- Provide oversight and support to Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) and site management teams.
Quality, Compliance & Problem-Solving
- Ensure all trial activities are conducted in compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, ICON SOPs, and local regulatory requirements (NMPA).
- Lead problem-solving efforts for complex study issues related to patient recruitment, data quality, vendor performance, or protocol adherence.
- Prepare for and represent the study during audits and regulatory inspections.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
- Act as the key liaison between the clinical operations team and other functions (Data Management, Biostatistics, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs).
- Provide clear, timely, and actionable updates on study progress, risks, and budget status to senior management and sponsors.
Who You Are: The Ideal Candidate
You are a proactive, results-driven clinical research professional with a proven track record of managing complex trials. You thrive on responsibility, excel in a matrix environment, and are motivated by the challenge of delivering studies that meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Your Required Foundation:
- University degree in medicine, life sciences, or a related discipline. Equivalent combination of education and significant clinical trial experience will be considered.
- Proven experience as a Clinical Trial Manager or Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) ready to step up, with demonstrated success in driving all clinical deliverables of a study.
- Subject Matter Expertise in a designated therapeutic area (e.g., Oncology, Immunology, CNS, Cardiovascular).
- In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and local Chinese regulatory requirements (NMPA).
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing clinical trial budgets.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and risk management skills.
- Outstanding communication and leadership skills, with fluency in English and Mandarin.
- Ability to travel approximately 20% as required.
Highly Preferred:
- Prior monitoring (CRA) experience, providing valuable ground-level insight.
- Experience working in a global CRO or sponsor environment.
- Strong vendor management experience.
Why Lead Clinical Trials at ICON in Shanghai?
1. Accelerate Your Career
- Take on high-visibility leadership roles managing complex, often global, studies.
- Access structured career progression pathways into Senior CTM, Associate Director, and Director-level positions.
- Receive ongoing professional development and leadership training.
2. Be at the Strategic Center
- Work in a key strategic hub for clinical development in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Influence study design and strategy from the planning stage through to delivery.
- Collaborate with a diverse network of global experts and thought leaders.
3. Comprehensive Benefits & Support
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
- Generous annual leave entitlements.
- Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance for you and your family.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 support.
- Flexible benefits package tailored to the local market.
Join a Culture of Inclusion and Excellence
At ICON, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are fundamental to our culture. We are dedicated to providing an accessible, supportive environment for all our people. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.
Ready to lead the next wave of clinical innovation from Shanghai?
Apply now by submitting your CV. Let's advance clinical research, together.
