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The Regional Clinical Trial Manager - East Coast, US role at Prilenia is an on-site position located in Boston, MA.

Regional Clinical Trial Manager - East Coast, US

PrileniaBoston, MA2h ago

About Prilenia

Prilenia, a private biopharmaceutical company with a highly committed and talented global team, is seeking a Vice President of Clinical Operations located in the US.

Prilenia has a simple but urgent mission – to bring transformative medicines to people affected by devastating neurodegenerative diseases. Unwavering in our commitment to scientific excellence, Prilenia is developing pridopidine, a unique, oral, sigma-1 receptor (S1R) agonist investigational neuroprotective therapy for ALS and Huntington’s disease (HD). Partnered with Ferrer for the commercialization and co-development of pridopidine, we plan to start two key late-stage trials to support potential approval globally in ALS and in HD in the first half of 2026.

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://Prilenia.com

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic Regional Clinical Trial Manager to join our team and to oversee and manage regional operational activities of global pivotal trial/s in neurodegeneration. The ideal candidate will bring deep clinical research experience with extensive experience in clinical project management and a proven track record in managing global pivotal clinical trials for biotech sponsors and support clinical operations leadership to innovate and continuously improve operational standards. Experience in rare diseases required, HD and/or ALS preferred. This is a critical individual contributor role in a growing biotech company, suitable for a candidate who is equally comfortable working independently across multiple projects and while collaborating in a matrix global team environment. The position will report to the SVP, Head of Clinical Operations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the oversight and management of operational activities in given regional area. Including but not limited to: multi studies regional supervision from Phase I-III, multi centers visits Ad Hoc.

Develop and oversee procedures for dealing with troubleshooting and problem solving.

Establish and monitor programs/protocols/procedures. Including but not limited to: supervision of full protocol procedures on site, joining Trainings and Visits on a routine base.

Support the evaluation of suitability of site personnel and facility for initial and ongoing conduct of clinical trial

Maintain appropriate and effective communication with vendors and other internal departments to ensure successful project completion

Build and sustain strong cross-functional relationships across diverse global teams; foster a culture of mutual accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

Communicate progress, risks, and strategic insights to executive leadership and governance committees, supporting data-driven decision-making and program advancement.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in science, nursing, other life sciences, biomedical discipline, or equivalent. Advanced degree preferred.

Minimum 7-10 years clinical research experience as a CRA or equivalent, such as research coordinator with of 3 years of clinical project management experience or Operations management or equivalent.

Demonstrated Clinical Monitoring and/or Data Management experience required.

Recent experience in leading the conduct of global phase 3 studies from start to completion required.

Experience with rare diseases required Experience with ALS or HD highly preferred Excellent understanding and demonstrated application of FDA guidelines, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), ICH and applicable Standard Operating Procedures.

Strong project management skills, stakeholder management and communication skills, including influencing executive leadership, cross-functional partners, and external collaborators.

Displays exceptional situational awareness in communication—adapts tone, content, and level of detail to suit the audience, from executives to technical teams. Demonstrates sound judgement in deciding what details to share or escalate.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Demonstrated Budget management skills required.

Ability to work independently, prioritize and work within a matrix team environment is essential. Ability to work across multiple projects with demonstrated ability to manage CROs (and other vendors) to meet or exceed KPIs tied to corporate goals and hold them accountable if they fall behind.

Proficiency with clinical research technologies and platforms (EDC, eTMF, IWRS, CTMS, etc.), plus strong skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Willingness and ability to travel (domestic & international) and operate flexibly in virtual teams and global time zones. Travel up to 50% (regional).

Location/Time Zones:

This is a full-time, remote position in the US.
Expected domestic/regional travel up to 50% with some international travel.
Flexible schedule with interactions across North America, Europe and Israel time zones.

Prilenia operates across the United States, Canada, Europe and Israel, is incorporated in the Netherlands and backed by leading life sciences investors. We are a highly flexible organization that is mostly remote and encourages team members to work in the ways that make them most effective, with a focus on our common goals and getting the job done.

Prilenia is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all.

Regional Clinical Trial Manager - East Coast, US

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