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Senior Manager, Medical Research

Advantage Technical
$54.00-$54.00
paid holidays
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
Jan 30, 2026
Role: Senior Manager, Medical Research (IIS & Research Collaborations) Location / Work Arrangement: Cambridge, MA - Hybrid OR Virtual (East Coast-based ONLY; NO CST/PST) Work Schedule: Standard EST business hours No weekend work Tools & Systems: Ariba (POs, invoices, agreements) SharePoint Legal contracting tools Position Overview The Senior Manager, Medical Research - IIS & Research Collaborations plays a key role in advancing externally sponsored research initiatives. This role functions as a senior project manager, managing and overseeing Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS/ISS) and Research Collaborations (RC), including externally sponsored research. The individual will lead the operational execution and oversight of IIS and RC activities, working closely with cross-functional partners to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality study execution. This role focuses on Phase 4 clinical trials supporting commercial products and is ideal for a highly organized, independent, and relationship-driven scientific operations professional working in a fast-paced, global environment. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for IIS and RC activities across regions Manage and oversee investigator-initiated studies and research collaborations, including externally sponsored research Represent externally sponsored research operations in cross-functional and external interactions Oversee the full lifecycle of IIS/RC studies, including: Concept intake and review Budget approval Contracting Study execution Study close-out Manage communications and relationships with investigators, academic partners, internal stakeholders, and vendors Coordinate Medical Affairs Review Board (MARB) meetings, including: Agenda development Document preparation Minutes management Track IIS/RC metrics and provide regular updates to Medical Affairs leadership Ensure inspection readiness through complete, accurate, and readily retrievable documentation Partner with GPSRM and QA to support audits and inspections Collaborate with IIS portal vendor to manage issues and system updates Ensure drug shipment activities comply with local/regional requirements and internal quality standards Manage IIS and RC budgets, including annual budget planning Proactively identify operational challenges and propose practical solutions Contribute to initiatives that improve investigator experience and internal efficiencies Uphold and model company Core Values in all aspects of work Candidate Requirements Must-Have Skills & Experience Proven experience managing and running investigator-initiated studies and research collaborations Experience with externally sponsored research Strong senior-level project management skills across multiple studies in different phases Experience overseeing research study operations Ability to independently track and manage multiple concurrent projects Clinical Focus Phase 4 clinical trials Commercial products Experience Minimum 3-5+ years of relevant experience Education Bachelor's degree required MS or PhD acceptable Soft Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills Solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving ability Qualifications BA/BS in Life Sciences or related field required Advanced degree or certification preferred Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry Prior experience in Clinical Operations and/or Medical Affairs supporting GCP/GPP studies Strong working knowledge of: ICH/GCP Regulatory guidelines and directives Drug development and clinical research processes High commitment to quality, integrity, and compliance The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. 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