Global Clinical Trial Leader - Now Hiring

Position: Global Clinical Trial Leader (GCTL)
Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Extension or Conversion)
Pay Rate: $ 59.89 - $87.73/hr (W2)
Benefits: Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Work Schedule

• Location: Hybrid South San Francisco, CA
• Onsite Requirement: 3 days per week (Tuesday and Thursday are mandatory onsite anchor days)
• Schedule: Monday Friday
• Hours: Standard business hours (8:00 AM 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM 5:00 PM PT)

About the Role
Global Clinical Trial Leader (GCTL) to support the execution and delivery of complex global early-phase clinical trials. Reporting to a Senior Clinical Trial Leader, this individual will play a critical role in driving operational excellence across Phase I and II studies involving innovative therapies and new molecular entities.
The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical operations experience, vendor oversight expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively across global cross-functional teams while maintaining a patient-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Trial Execution

• Provide operational leadership and guidance to global Protocol Execution Teams (PETs) throughout study startup, conduct, and closeout activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional deliverables, including vendor specifications, drug supply forecasting, monitoring plans, Trial Master Files (TMF), and CTMS data management.
• Support investigator meetings and ensure alignment among internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Financial Management

• Participate in CRO and vendor selection processes.
• Oversee vendor performance to ensure activities are executed according to contractual obligations and study requirements.
• Contribute to overall study budget planning and directly manage assigned vendor budgets.

Strategic Planning & Risk Management

• Support country and site feasibility assessments and selection activities.
• Provide operational input into protocol development and informed consent documents.
• Proactively identify risks, manage study timelines, resolve operational challenges, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a strong patient-focused and site-centric mindset throughout study execution.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with gRED and Roche stakeholders to establish and implement clinical operations best practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for designated initiatives and process improvement projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to organizational development and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications
Education

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Degree in a scientific, healthcare, or related discipline preferred.

Experience

• 8+ years of clinical study management experience.
• Experience supporting global Phase I and/or Phase II clinical trials.
• Proven success managing CROs, vendors, and outsourced clinical operations activities.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial execution, risk management, and operational strategy.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, international regulatory requirements, and the end-to-end drug development process.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and navigate ambiguity effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, adaptability, and commitment to driving positive organizational change.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required.

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