Clinical Research Associate Manager

Job Description Summary Internal Role Title: Clinical Research Associate Manager Location: Singapore #LI-Hybrid Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Manager & Monitoring Services Oversight Manager. This dual role involves overseeing the performance and development of CRAs, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the quality and compliance of monitoring activities in clinical trials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical research, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Job Description Key Responsibilities:- Oversee CRA performance, development, and coaching to ensure delivery, productivity, and quality performance indicators Manage and allocate CRA resources to studies and sites, ensuring balanced workloads and quality monitoring Monitor and approve CRA travel and expenses to ensure compliance with T&E policy and budget Collaborate with SSO Clinical Project Managers to support recruitment strategies and site performance Ensure timely communication with vendors and align resource needs and expectations Oversee vendor monitoring performance targets, including site recruitment commitments, timely data entry, and issue resolution Support clinical development audits, site audits, and inspections, ensuring CAPA follow-up and implementation. Essential Requirements :- A degree in a scientific or health discipline; an advanced degree is preferable Minimum 7 years of experience in clinical research, including planning, executing, and monitoring clinical trials Strong project management and team leadership capabilities Thorough understanding of clinical drug development, international standards (GCP/ICH), and health authority regulations Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed Proficiency in digital and technological tools Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve. Skills Desired Budget Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Trials, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Communication, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Health Sciences, Life Science, People Management, Regulatory Compliance