Site Activation Leader

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Site Activation Leader based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead critical site activation activities that support the successful delivery of clinical trials. You will oversee start-up strategies, timelines, and operational execution across complex studies and therapeutic areas. The position plays a key role in accelerating research by ensuring clinical sites are activated efficiently and compliantly. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and research stakeholders to solve challenges and improve processes. This is an impactful opportunity for an experienced clinical operations professional who thrives in a global, collaborative environment. The role combines strategic leadership, project management, and operational excellence to help advance innovative healthcare solutions.

Accountabilities:: The Site Activation Leader is responsible for driving end-to-end site activation strategy and execution, ensuring clinical studies begin on schedule while maintaining quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to optimize processes across multiple projects.

Lead site activation strategies and oversee start-up activities from feasibility through site initiation across assigned clinical studies.

Develop and manage critical path plans covering regulatory, operational, and activation milestones.

Identify activation risks, implement mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues that may impact timelines.

Provide guidance and mentorship to site activation team members while fostering collaboration and accountability.

Serve as a key connection point between clinical operations, project teams, study start-up functions, clients, and external stakeholders.

Provide subject matter expertise on study start-up processes, best practices, and operational improvements.

Support client engagements, proposal development, and strategic discussions related to activation activities.

Implement standardized workflows, templates, and processes to improve efficiency and consistency.

Monitor operational metrics, analyze performance trends, and provide insights to support leadership decisions.

Ensure accurate documentation and effective use of clinical systems, including CTMS, EDC, IXRS, and TMF platforms.

Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced clinical research operations professional with strong site activation expertise, project leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage complex studies in a highly regulated environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business, or a related field.

4–7 years of experience in clinical research operations, including leadership of site activation activities.

Proven experience managing clinical trial start-up processes, timelines, and activation teams.

Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, study site operations, investigator relationships, and clinical trial workflows.

Advanced project management and strategic planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Experience working with clinical trial systems such as CTMS, EDC, IXRS, and TMF platforms.

Strong knowledge of GCP guidelines and clinical research regulations.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.

Ability to analyze data, identify operational challenges, and develop effective solutions.

Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Additional training or certifications in clinical operations or project management are a plus.

Benefits:

Fully remote work environment with collaboration across global teams.

Opportunity to contribute to clinical research programs that impact patient outcomes.

Leadership role supporting complex, high-value studies across multiple therapeutic areas.

Collaborative culture focused on innovation, operational excellence, and professional growth.

Competitive compensation package.

Comprehensive employee benefits, including healthcare and wellness support.

Opportunities for career development and continued learning.

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