Contract Study Manager – 6-Month Assignment (Hybrid, Welwyn, UK)
We are seeking an experienced Contract Study Manager to support early-phase clinical development projects within a leading pharmaceutical environment. This role is ideal for professionals with proven experience in clinical study management, vendor oversight, and cross-functional study operations.
Key Details
* Contract Length: 6 months (starting 22 September 2025)
* Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week on site in Welwyn, UK (AL6)
* IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (umbrella)
Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee clinical study execution across global cross-functional teams.
* Manage vendors, CROs, and third-party providers to ensure compliance, timelines, and quality.
* Ensure adherence to ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and drug development processes.
* Drive operational excellence in study planning, risk management, and documentation.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders on patient-centric and innovative trial approaches.
Essential Requirements
* Prior experience as a Study Manager / Clinical Study Manager / Clinical Operations Manager / Trial Manager in pharma, biotech, or CRO.
* Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical research regulations, and study governance.
* Demonstrated ability to manage vendors and global study operations.
* Degree in Life Sciences (or equivalent experience).
Preferred Experience
* Early-phase (Phase I–II) study management.
* Advanced degree in Life Sciences.
* Familiarity with innovative trial design and patient-focused studies.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for hands-on Study Managers who thrive in fast-paced environments, bring operational expertise, and collaborate effectively across global teams. Candidates without direct study management experience, purely academic backgrounds, or overly senior strategic profiles will not be considered.