Manager, Clinical Research

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Job Function:
R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:
Clinical Trial Project Management

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager, Clinical Research in North Ryde, Australia


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THE OPPORTUNITY

The Manager, Clinical Research which plays a critical leadership role in the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical research activities supporting DePuy Synthes' orthopedic portfolio.

This role partners closely with cross ‑ functional stakeholders to ensure clinical studies are scientifically sound, operationally efficient, and compliant with global and local regulatory requirements.

The position offers the opportunity to directly influence evidence generation that supports patient outcomes, product innovation, and regulatory and commercial success.

RESPONSIBILITIES



* Lead end-to-end clinical study operations across assigned programs, including feasibility planning, vendor/CRO engagement, start-up, execution, and close-out activities.



* Drive clinical site identification and selection by leading feasibility assessments (site experience, enrollment potential, quality history, contracting/start-up timelines), documenting rationale, and aligning final site lists with study strategy.



* Ensure studies are executed in compliance with GCP, applicable country regulations, and internal procedures, including oversight of informed consent, safety reporting, essential documents, and data integrity expectations.



* Serve as a primary clinical operations point of contact to cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality, Biostatistics/Data Management) and external partners (CROs, investigators), ensuring timely decisions and clear documentation of actions and outcomes.



* Develop and maintain operational study plans (milestones, enrollment projections, monitoring strategy, issue escalation pathways), track progress against timelines and budget, and proactively iden...