Deciphera Pharmaceuticals · 2 days ago
Sr. Clinical Project Manager
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$146K/yr - $201K/yr
8+ years expDeciphera Pharmaceuticals is a small-to-midsize biotech company focused on delivering innovative treatments. The Senior Clinical Project Manager leads and manages complex clinical studies, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while complying with regulatory standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of clinical trials within specified quality, time, and cost parameters. Oversee CFT performance, ensure operational alignment with Clinical Operations program objectives, and manage multiple studies concurrently
Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional study teams (CFTs), fostering collaboration, accountability, and problem-solving across functions. Mentor and delegate responsibilities to support staff as appropriate
Lead interactions and negotiations with CROs and vendors to ensure adherence to contractual obligations, budget, and study timelines
Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks to ensure high-quality deliverables
Evaluate current methodologies and identify opportunities for greater efficiency and effectiveness across clinical operations processes and systems
Communicate study progress, challenges, and outcomes to internal stakeholders, maintaining transparency and alignment across program leadership and clinical operations management
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in health science or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 8 years of experience in clinical research, with proven management of complex global clinical trials
Extensive experience leading high-volume and multi-site global studies, demonstrating operational and strategic oversight
Strong understanding of GCP, ICH, and FDA regulatory requirements
Proactive and independent vendor management experience, including risk identification and mitigation
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decision-making across multiple stakeholders
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with strong attention to detail
Preferred
Experience in oncology or rare disease clinical programs preferred
Experience in managing early and late stage clinical studies
Proficiency with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), eTMF, and EDC platforms
Strong financial acumen with experience managing study budgets and contracts
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, small-to-midsize biotech environment with a hands-on approach
Benefits
Competitive salary and annual bonus.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Company
Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Deciphera Pharmaceuticals focuses on improving kinase inhibitor treatments.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (3)
2023 (2)
2022 (5)
2021 (5)
2020 (9)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
SV Health InvestorsNew Leaf Venture Partners
2024-04-29Acquired
2023-01-19Post Ipo Equity· $125M
2022-04-27Post Ipo Equity· $172.5M
Leadership Team
Tucker Kelly
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Amaya Price
SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-12-10
2025-11-19
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