Sr Clinical Trial Manager
Verona Pharma
Administration
Raleigh, NC, USA
Posted on Jun 5, 2025
Who We Are
At Verona Pharma, we are passionate about transforming the lives of millions of people living with chronic respiratory diseases. With our first product now approved by the US FDA, we’re just getting started. Our innovative respiratory pipeline targets a range of conditions, including non-CF bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis (CF), and asthma, driven by a commitment to bringing relief to patients navigating the challenges of progressive respiratory conditions.
Joining Verona means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s redefining what’s possible in drug development and commercialization. Guided by experienced leadership, we embrace a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture where your contributions can help shape a healthier future for patients worldwide. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a direct impact on improving quality of life.
We’re hiring a Sr Clinical Trial Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end operational management of global Phase 2/3 clinical trials, with a strong focus on respiratory indications, especially COPD. This role reports to the Executive Director, Clinical Development and will lead all aspects of clinical study execution - protocol development, vendor/CRO oversight, site management, data integrity, safety, budget, timelines, and regulatory compliance.
What You’ll Do
At Verona, You’ll Have The Chance To Be Part Of a Team Bringing First-in-class Treatments To Patients Who Need Them Most. We Offer
Verona Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Verona Pharma are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
At Verona Pharma, we are passionate about transforming the lives of millions of people living with chronic respiratory diseases. With our first product now approved by the US FDA, we’re just getting started. Our innovative respiratory pipeline targets a range of conditions, including non-CF bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis (CF), and asthma, driven by a commitment to bringing relief to patients navigating the challenges of progressive respiratory conditions.
Joining Verona means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s redefining what’s possible in drug development and commercialization. Guided by experienced leadership, we embrace a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture where your contributions can help shape a healthier future for patients worldwide. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a direct impact on improving quality of life.
We’re hiring a Sr Clinical Trial Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end operational management of global Phase 2/3 clinical trials, with a strong focus on respiratory indications, especially COPD. This role reports to the Executive Director, Clinical Development and will lead all aspects of clinical study execution - protocol development, vendor/CRO oversight, site management, data integrity, safety, budget, timelines, and regulatory compliance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage all operational components of global clinical trials.
- Oversee study timelines, budgets, and milestones.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, CROs, and vendors to ensure high-quality study execution.
- Manage site activation, monitoring, data review, and protocol compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments, ensure inspection readiness, and manage safety and pharmacovigilance processes.
- Lead study meetings and provide training to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support study document development and clinical study reporting.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree required (MS/PhD preferred).
- 8+ years of global clinical trial management experience in Pharma or BioTech, specifically in Phase 2/3 respiratory trials.
- Proven leadership experience and ability to manage vendors, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Expertise in respiratory therapeutic areas, especially COPD.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Proficiency with clinical trial platforms (e.g., eTMF, eDC), MS Office and Excel.
- Must be based in the Triangle (Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area) with the ability to work in a hybrid capacity (in-office as needed for meetings and collaboration).
At Verona, You’ll Have The Chance To Be Part Of a Team Bringing First-in-class Treatments To Patients Who Need Them Most. We Offer
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.
- Remote work flexibility for a better work-life balance.
- Competitive benefits, including generous PTO and comprehensive health plans.
Verona Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Verona Pharma are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.