Remote Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) – Pediatric Clinical Trials

Job ID: 37802289
Location: Remote – United States (Ridgefield, CT)
Job Type: 12-Month Contract
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote
Travel: 10–20% Domestic Travel
Compensation: Exempt Salaried – Paid Weekly

Job Overview

Sigma Systems is seeking an experienced Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) for a 12-month remote contract opportunity supporting pediatric clinical research within the pharmaceutical industry.

The Clinical Trial Manager will lead U.S. clinical trial operations, oversee local trial teams, and ensure clinical studies are completed according to established timelines, budgets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing pediatric clinical trials, strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and a proven ability to lead cross-functional clinical research teams in a global pharmaceutical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the U.S. local clinical trial team and oversee day-to-day clinical trial operations.
• Manage trial preparation, execution, monitoring coordination, and closeout activities.
• Ensure clinical trials meet recruitment targets, project timelines, budget expectations, and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with GCP guidelines, clinical research regulations, and internal quality requirements.
• Coordinate with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs), investigators, site staff, and Site Monitoring Leads.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CRAs, investigators, and clinical research sites.
• Collaborate with global, regional, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful trial execution.
• Monitor trial progress, identify potential risks, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensure patient safety, clinical trial integrity, and accuracy of trial data.
• Represent the organization during internal and external meetings, including interactions with investigational sites and regulatory agencies.
• Manage multiple clinical trial assignments while balancing competing priorities.
• Contribute to process improvements and innovative clinical trial management initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of clinical research experience; OR
• Master's degree or PharmD with a minimum of 4 years of clinical research experience; OR
• PhD or MD with a minimum of 2 years of clinical research experience.
• Experience managing pediatric clinical trials is required.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial operations, clinical development processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical research compliance standards.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical trial project management and team leadership.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage complex clinical studies involving multiple sites, countries, suppliers, and clinical trial participants.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve conflicts, and influence stakeholders.
• Strong risk assessment, planning, and coordination capabilities.

Travel Requirements

• Must be willing and able to travel domestically approximately 10–20% of the time.
• Position is primarily remote within the United States.

Compensation & Benefits

• Exempt salaried compensation.
• Paid weekly.
• Client holidays are paid.
• Sick time provided in accordance with applicable local statutes.
• Voluntary time off is unpaid.

Position Details

• Job ID: 37802289
• Role: Remote Clinical Trial Manager (CTM)
• Location: Ridgefield, CT / Remote – United States
• Duration: 12-Month Contract
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote
• Travel: 10–20% Domestic Travel
• Industry: Pharmaceutical / Clinical Research
• Specialization: Pediatric Clinical Trials