Clinical Trial Manager

About the Role
Full Time, Permanent
As a Clinical Trial Manager, you will be accountable for the successful delivery of assigned clinical trials from post-award through to close-out. You'll act as the primary sponsor contact, leading cross-functional teams to deliver trials on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting to the Research Manager, you'll play a key role in advancing global health through world-class clinical research.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead clinical trials from post-award through close-out
Manage trial timelines, budgets, and delivery plans
Build strong relationships with sponsors, CROs, and vendors
Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet trial milestones
Identify, manage, and resolve trial risks and issues
Monitor recruitment performance and participant outcomes
Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements
Track financial performance and manage budget variations
Drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives
Maintain audit readiness and trial documentation oversight
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
Relevant science or health-related degree
Experience managing clinical trials or complex projects
Knowledge of ICH-GCP and clinical research processes
Experience working with sponsors, CROs, and vendors
Strong stakeholder management and project leadership skills
Benefits
At NZCR, we invest in our people through:
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Generous employee referral bonuses
Retail discounts and exclusive deals
Leadership development and learning pathways
AI tools and training to support your growth
Trans-Tasman career opportunities
Wellbeing and connectedness programmes
Generous leave benefits from day one
About NZCR
NZCR is New Zealand's leading early-phase clinical research organisation, with research units in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, and Hamilton. Formed through the merger of Auckland Clinical Studies and Christchurch Clinical Studies Trust, we have completed more than 750 clinical trials involving over 15,000 participants.
We are globally respected for advancing global health and partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to deliver world-class clinical research. Our people enjoy working here because we're united by a shared purpose, empowered to find better ways, and supported to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact on future healthcare.
Our Values: We Do What's Right | We're In It Together | We Strive for Excellence | We Find Better Ways

Employment type
Permanent Full Time

Work arrangement
No