Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Join us as a Lead – Clinical Study Management and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of clinical research. This is your opportunity to lead complex, global studies that make a real difference to patients’ lives—all while working remotely from anywhere in the US or Canada.
What will you be doing?
Lead and oversee all activities for large, complex Smith+Nephew-sponsored clinical studies from start-up through close-out
Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring strong collaboration across cross-functional teams
Develop and maintain essential study documents including protocols, monitoring plans, and consents
Manage vendor qualifications and maintain oversight throughout the study lifecycle
Support site identification and engagement, including investigator meetings and study communications
Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155, and regional regulatory requirements
Monitor study quality through training, compliance reviews, and corrective actions
Oversee study budgets, timelines, and data integrity using established systems and processes
What will you need to be successful?
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific, clinical, or related field
GCP certification and in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements
Extensive experience in clinical study management: BS + 6 years, MS + 3 years, or PhD + 1 year
Strong leadership, project management, and decision-making skills with the ability to handle complex projects independently
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills in English
You Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $123,500-$184,775 USD annually or $123,500-$185,250 CAD. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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What We Do
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.
From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place.
Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart.
Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win..
We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities.
Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.
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