Job Description

Site Manager – Clinical Research (Psychiatry & CNS)

Location: Chino, CA

Annual Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000

Work Setting: On-site (travel required to Redlands, CA and San Juan Capistrano, CA)

We are seeking a Site Manager to oversee operations for three clinical research offices, with the primary location in Chino, CA. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day site activities, leading staff, and ensuring clinical trials in psychiatry and CNS are conducted efficiently and in full compliance with all regulatory and quality standards.

Leadership and Team Management

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate site employees across all three locations.
• Oversee daily operations, assigning responsibilities and monitoring workload distribution.
• Conduct regular team meetings to review study progress, address challenges, and maintain alignment with organizational goals.
• Support employee development by identifying training needs and encouraging professional growth.
• Foster a positive, productive work environment built on accountability and collaboration.

Clinical Study Oversight

• Manage the planning, execution, and completion of psychiatric and CNS clinical trials.
• Ensure adherence to study protocols, timelines, and sponsor expectations.
• Oversee participant enrollment and retention strategies to achieve recruitment goals.

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), institutional policies, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct internal quality checks and address issues proactively to maintain accuracy and consistency.

Officer Communication

• Serve as the primary contact for sponsors, regulatory officers, and internal leadership.
• Report on site performance, timelines, and operational updates.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth coordination of study activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., psychology, neuroscience, public health, or related area).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical research, with at least 2 years in site or team management.
• Strong background in psychiatry and CNS clinical trials.
• Thorough understanding of clinical trial operations, GCP, and applicable regulations.
• Experience with rater scales and clinical assessments preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple sites.
• References ready to submit upon request.

Full-time, on-site position. Travel required to Redlands, CA and San Juan Capistrano, CA. No remote work.

Annual Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

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