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Scholar Rock

Associate Director/Senior Clinical Trial Manager

Compensation
$155K–$225K / yr
Location
Cambridge, MA, US
Arrangement
Hybrid
Employment type
Full-time
Level
Director
Posted
23 September 2026 (7 days ago)

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About this role

Scholar Rock is delivering muscle-targeted breakthroughs to transform the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and other rare neuromuscular diseases where muscle atrophy remains a critical unmet need. As a global leader in myostatin biology, a field focused on proteins that regulate muscle mass, the biopharmaceutical company is named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures. Our commitment to unlock fundamentally different treatment approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients through its highly innovative anti-myostatin program, including opportunities in additional rare neuromuscular diseases. Learn more about our neuromuscular franchise at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock on X and on LinkedIn.

Summary of Position:

Scholar Rock is delivering muscle-targeted breakthroughs to transform the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and other rare neuromuscular diseases where muscle atrophy remains a critical unmet need. As a global leader in myostatin biology, a field focused on proteins that regulate muscle mass, the biopharmaceutical company is named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures. Our commitment to unlock fundamentally different treatment approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients through its highly innovative anti-myostatin program, including opportunities in additional rare neuromuscular diseases. Learn more about our neuromuscular franchise at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock on X and on LinkedIn.

Summary of Position:

The Senior Clinical Trial Manager is responsible for all operational aspects of a clinical study from setup through final report, with support from Clinical Operations Leadership. Depending on the size of the study, the Clinical Trial Manager may coordinate the activities of several other clinical team members (e.g. Clinical Research Associates, Data Managers), as well as several external clinical vendors and/ or consultants. The Senior Clinical Trial Manager may also assume the role of the in-house Lead Clinical Research Associate for a study, as needed.

Position Responsibilities • Implement clinical project plans in accordance with key study documents (e.g. protocols, project plans and timelines, etc.) as well as corporate and regulatory objectives

• Facilitate internal project team meetings

• Drive all aspects of study start-up, including CRO selection

• Point of contact for sites, vendors and CROs

• Monitor CRO and vendor adherence to scope of work

• Manage interactions with investigators and investigative sites to ensure activities are conducted in accordance with all regulatory requirements

• Proactively identify, resolve, and escalate issues that jeopardize timely clinical study completion

• Develop and manage clinical trial budget and facilitate contract review

• Participate in vendor, site and CRO audits as appropriate

• Participate in site monitoring visits as necessary

• Plan and present at Investigator Meetings, company, and other meetings as necessary

• Develop internal tracking and reporting tools for reporting study status to Leadership

• Adhere to all department SOPs, GCP/ICH guidelines, and QC/QA procedures

• May require international and domestic travel (up to 20%)

• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Candidate Requirements • BS/BA degree in a scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred

• Minimum of 5+ years demonstrated experience in a biotech/pharmaceutical/ CRO company, clinical research site or related healthcare company

• Prior experience with a multi-phase clinical program or experience across multiple phases of clinical drug development

• Highly organized, outcome oriented, self-motivated performance

• Thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop important relationships with key stakeholders across a variety of disciplines, good conflict management and negotiation skills

• Ability to analyze complex issues to develop relevant and realistic plans, programs, and recommendations

• Understanding of the drug development process

• Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements and guidelines for Good Clinical Practice

• Strong written and oral communication skills

Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Work location

  • Cambridge, MA, US

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Published 23 September 2026, last checked 6 days ago. A posting stops being advertised here 90 days after the employer published it, and one the employer takes down is marked closed rather than quietly removed.

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