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Location: Abuja (FCT) 

Position Summary

The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for the end to end operational management of clinical trials conducted by Afro REACH CRO. Based in Abuja, Nigeria, the CTM will oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and close out of clinical studies, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with ICH GCP, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations.

This role serves as the primary operational liaison between sponsors, investigators, study sites, vendors, and internal project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the operational planning and execution of clinical trials from study start up through close out

Develop and maintain clinical trial plans, timelines, and tracking tools

Ensure trials are conducted in accordance with study protocols, SOPs, ICH GCP, and applicable regulations

Coordinate site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close out activities

Oversee protocol deviations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and risk mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical bodies

Support regulatory submissions, approvals, and ongoing communications with authorities

Ensure informed consent processes and participant protections are rigorously upheld

Supervise Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) and other study team members

Provide training, mentorship, and performance oversight for assigned staff

Manage third party vendors (e.g., laboratories, imaging providers, logistics vendors)

Facilitate cross functional collaboration with data management, pharmacovigilance, and quality teams

Act as the primary point of contact for sponsors and principal investigators

Lead study meetings, status calls, and investigator meetings

Provide regular progress reports, risk assessments, and issue escalation to leadership

Ensure accurate and timely trial documentation, including TMF completeness

Support audit and inspection readiness and responses

Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and operational excellence

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field

5 – 7 years of clinical research experience, with at least 2–3 years in a clinical trial management or lead role

Strong working knowledge of ICH GCP, clinical trial operations, and drug/device development

Demonstrated experience managing trials in Sub Saharan Africa, preferably in Nigeria

amiliarity with NAFDAC and NHREC regulatory processes

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Public Health, Clinical Research, Regulatory Science, or related discipline

Experience working within a CRO or biopharma environment

Experience managing multi site or multi country African clinical trials

Professional certification (e.g., ACRP, SOCRA)

Key Skills and Competencies:

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent organizational and problem solving abilities

High attention to detail and quality standards

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple studies and priorities simultaneously

Willingness to travel to clinical sites across Africa

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: avsabujahr@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.