Clinical Research Program Manager
Princeton, NJ
Full Time
Experienced
Job Title
Clinical Research Program Manager (CPM)
Job Location
The position will be based in Princeton, N.J. (currently hybrid) with occasional travel.
Must be local to Princeton NJ / 2-3 days per week in the office.
Job Reports To
Director of Clinical Operations
Other
Vaccination against COVID-19 is a prerequisite for employment at CHDI Management.
Salary Range
$80,000 - $120,000 Exact compensation will vary based on experience.
CHDI Foundation, Inc.
CHDI is a privately-funded, not-for-profit biomedical research organization devoted to a single disease – Huntington’s disease (HD). Our mission is to develop drugs that will slow the progression of HD and provide meaningful clinical benefit to patients. CHDI is a “science first” organization; our foremost consideration is to do the best science as quickly and efficiently as possible.
CHDI’s Clinical Team oversees a portfolio of projects aimed at understanding the natural progression of HD, developing the best biomarkers and outcome measures for use in clinical trials, finding ways to expedite and improve the execution of clinical trials, paving relevant regulatory pathways, and working with external partners to support their clinical development plans. The team engages a diverse array of partners to help manage this portfolio, including academic institutions, government agencies, contract research organizations (CROs), biotech and pharmaceutical companies.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to assist managing projects in the clinical portfolio (including but not limited to clinical studies and trials). This detail-oriented, self-starting individual will work closely in a team and with internal colleagues (scientific, legal and financial) and external collaborators (physicians, academic institutions, CROs, and biotech and pharmaceutical companies) on all aspects of CHDI’s clinical research and development efforts.
Job Responsibilities
A Clinical Research Program Manager will be expected to work closely with study teams, Directors and others within CHDI in the following areas:
Vendor management
Clinical study management
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
Additional Skills
An ideal candidate might also have:
About CHDI Foundation, Inc.
CHDI is a private, not-for-profit research organization. We work with an international network of scientists to discover drugs that slow the progression of Huntington’s disease (HD) and provide meaningful clinical benefit to patients. We seek to accelerate scientific progress by serving as a collaborative enabler. We encourage and support cooperation and collaboration among HD researchers. Our strategy is to encourage researchers to develop practical ideas, useful research materials, and powerful technologies, often by providing financial support.
Our activities extend from exploratory biology to the identification and validation of therapeutic targets, and from drug discovery and development to clinical studies and trials.
About CHDI Management, Inc:
CHDI Management, Inc. was established in 2002 to provide administrative, management and grant making services to CHDI Foundation, Inc.
About our Donors
CHDI’s activities focus solely on the identification and development of drugs that delay or slow Huntington’s disease. We are indebted to our donors, whose generosity and guidance have made possible this exclusive focus on science.
Clinical Research Program Manager (CPM)
Job Location
The position will be based in Princeton, N.J. (currently hybrid) with occasional travel.
Must be local to Princeton NJ / 2-3 days per week in the office.
Job Reports To
Director of Clinical Operations
Other
Vaccination against COVID-19 is a prerequisite for employment at CHDI Management.
Salary Range
$80,000 - $120,000 Exact compensation will vary based on experience.
CHDI Foundation, Inc.
CHDI is a privately-funded, not-for-profit biomedical research organization devoted to a single disease – Huntington’s disease (HD). Our mission is to develop drugs that will slow the progression of HD and provide meaningful clinical benefit to patients. CHDI is a “science first” organization; our foremost consideration is to do the best science as quickly and efficiently as possible.
CHDI’s Clinical Team oversees a portfolio of projects aimed at understanding the natural progression of HD, developing the best biomarkers and outcome measures for use in clinical trials, finding ways to expedite and improve the execution of clinical trials, paving relevant regulatory pathways, and working with external partners to support their clinical development plans. The team engages a diverse array of partners to help manage this portfolio, including academic institutions, government agencies, contract research organizations (CROs), biotech and pharmaceutical companies.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to assist managing projects in the clinical portfolio (including but not limited to clinical studies and trials). This detail-oriented, self-starting individual will work closely in a team and with internal colleagues (scientific, legal and financial) and external collaborators (physicians, academic institutions, CROs, and biotech and pharmaceutical companies) on all aspects of CHDI’s clinical research and development efforts.
Job Responsibilities
A Clinical Research Program Manager will be expected to work closely with study teams, Directors and others within CHDI in the following areas:
Vendor management
- Lead end‑to‑end vendor management, including selection, onboarding, contract negotiation, renewals, and termination.
- Oversee CROs and service providers to ensure alignment with project objectives, quality standards, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets; track invoices, address variances, and identify cost‑efficiency opportunities.
- Monitor vendor performance against Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); lead performance reviews and corrective action plans.
- Identify and mitigate vendor‑related risks and manage scope changes and escalations in collaboration with Clinical Operations, Science, Legal, and Finance.
- Serve as the primary liaison between vendors and internal teams; provide regular status, financial, and risk updates to leadership.
- Continuously improve vendor management processes and strengthen strategic vendor partnerships.
Clinical study management
- Manage key aspects of assigned clinical studies and related process improvement initiatives.
- Develop and/or oversee essential study documentation, including protocols, case report forms, standard operating procedures, monitoring plans, and communication tools.
- Coordinate with internal teams, institutional review boards, study sites, and external partners across academia, industry, government, and non‑profits.
- Proactively identify risks and issues, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure clear communication across project teams.
- Track, analyze, and report study progress to project teams and management.
- Support site management activities and address operational needs to ensure successful study execution.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, project management/business, or related field
- Experience in pharmaceutical industry/biotech/CRO/academic experience in clinical research project/trial management including budgeting, contracting and study execution
- Demonstrated experience in managing vendors and eTMF systems, including RFP processes and contract negotiations
- Knowledge of, and experience applying GCP and ICH Guidelines, including detailed knowledge of clinical document management
- Proactive, creative problem-solving skills and be open to innovative solutions
- High attention to detail and care about the quality of their work
- Proficiency and willingness to expand/improve their skills in the following Microsoft applications: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a distributed, interdisciplinary, team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication skills (including ability to write clearly and concisely), with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external collaborators
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly detailed-oriented environment
- Willingness to travel as needed to visit study sites and attend meetings or training sessions
Additional Skills
An ideal candidate might also have:
- Advanced skills using Excel to develop tracking and budget/invoicing spreadsheets
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to clinical trials and vendor management experience in managing other SaaS vendors (CTMS, ePRO, EDC, etc.)
- Experience in a global clinical research environment
- Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Clinical Research (ACRP/SoCRA) is a plus
- Proficiency in MS Project and other project management tools and software
- Experience with regulatory document management
- Experience working on CNS clinical research or drug development
- Experience negotiating vendor agreements
About CHDI Foundation, Inc.
CHDI is a private, not-for-profit research organization. We work with an international network of scientists to discover drugs that slow the progression of Huntington’s disease (HD) and provide meaningful clinical benefit to patients. We seek to accelerate scientific progress by serving as a collaborative enabler. We encourage and support cooperation and collaboration among HD researchers. Our strategy is to encourage researchers to develop practical ideas, useful research materials, and powerful technologies, often by providing financial support.
Our activities extend from exploratory biology to the identification and validation of therapeutic targets, and from drug discovery and development to clinical studies and trials.
About CHDI Management, Inc:
CHDI Management, Inc. was established in 2002 to provide administrative, management and grant making services to CHDI Foundation, Inc.
About our Donors
CHDI’s activities focus solely on the identification and development of drugs that delay or slow Huntington’s disease. We are indebted to our donors, whose generosity and guidance have made possible this exclusive focus on science.
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