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Clinical Trial Manager

2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 19, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Clinical Trial Manager

Location: San Diego, California, United States
Category: Medical and Clinical Affairs

About the Company

Abbott is a global healthcare leader committed to improving health outcomes through advanced diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. With more than 114,000 professionals serving patients in over 160 countries, Abbott continues to deliver innovative technologies that support better living at every stage of life.

Why Join Abbott

Working at Abbott provides opportunities to contribute to impactful healthcare innovations while advancing your career. Employees benefit from:

  • Comprehensive career growth programs across global teams

  • Eligibility for free medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

  • Competitive retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

  • Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education pathways

  • Recognition as a top employer for diversity, scientific leadership, and career advancement worldwide


Position Overview

The Clinical Trial Manager will be based in San Diego, California, supporting the Infectious Disease business within Abbott Rapid Diagnostics. This role is responsible for managing clinical studies that generate critical evidence for diagnostic solutions used globally in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics.


Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for clinical trials related to rapid in vitro diagnostic studies, including 510(k) OTC and dual 510(k)/CLIA waiver submissions

  • Lead the creation, review, and finalization of clinical protocols aligned with scientific and regulatory objectives

  • Manage full clinical trial operations, including start-up, site initiation, patient enrollment, monitoring, and study close-out

  • Oversee activities of clinical sites, reference laboratories, CROs, and external partners to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards

  • Manage clinical trial systems, including Electronic Data Capture (EDC) and electronic Trial Master File (eTMF), ensuring data quality and compliance

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, Quality Assurance, and Program Management

  • Participate in core team meetings to provide clinical expertise and strategic input

  • Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs

  • Support regulatory submissions and respond to queries from regulatory agencies

  • Identify and mitigate risks throughout the clinical study lifecycle

  • Mentor junior clinical staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field; advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD) preferred

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical trial management, ideally within diagnostics or medical devices

  • Strong understanding of FDA regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 812, 50, and 11

  • Experience with 510(k) and CLIA waiver regulatory pathways

  • Proven experience managing multi-site clinical trials and working with CROs and external vendors

  • Proficiency with clinical trial systems including EDC and eTMF

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment


Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of IRB submission experience for in vitro diagnostics

  • Experience with 510(k) OTC and dual 510(k)/CLIA waiver regulatory pathways

  • At least 2 years of experience in clinical research or relevant laboratory-based scientific work