Job Title: Sr. Clinical Trial Manager Location: San Diego, CA (On-site, Full-Time) Company: Representing our client, Viking Therapeutics, Inc. Agency: Viltis – Life Sciences Consulting & Talent Solutions
About Our Client – Viking Therapeutics
Viking Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing first-in-class or best-in-class therapies targeting metabolic and endocrine disorders. With an exciting and diverse pipeline—including VK2735 (a dual GLP-1/GIP agonist for metabolic disorders), VK2809 (a thyroid hormone receptor-β agonist targeting NASH and lipid disorders), and VK0214 (for X-ALD)—Viking is committed to advancing novel treatments that improve patients’ lives.
Role Overview
Viltis is seeking a Sr. Clinical Trial Manager on behalf of Viking Therapeutics to lead and manage the operational execution of key clinical programs from start-up through closeout. This is a full-time, on-site position in San Diego where you’ll work closely with internal teams, CROs, and vendors to deliver high-quality, timely, and compliant clinical trials.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the operational aspects of assigned clinical trials (Phase 1–2 and beyond), including timelines, budgets, vendor oversight, and site management.
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Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, CROs, vendors, and study sites.
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Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve operational risks or barriers to ensure trial success.
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Support protocol development, site feasibility, ICF review, and essential trial documentation.
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Monitor trial progress using KPIs; ensure compliance with protocol, GCP/ICH, and regulatory standards.
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Oversee contracts and budget management in collaboration with finance and legal teams.
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Maintain audit-ready Trial Master File (TMF/eTMF) documentation.
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Coordinate and lead investigator meetings, monitoring visits, and cross-functional study team meetings.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or health-related discipline; advanced degree or certification a plus.
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5+ years of clinical trial operations experience within pharma, biotech, or CRO (Phase 1–2 strongly preferred).
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Demonstrated vendor/CRO oversight experience and proven ability to manage multiple clinical sites.
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Strong understanding of GCP/ICH guidelines and global clinical regulatory requirements.
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Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills with a solutions-oriented approach.
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Proficiency with CTMS, eTMF, EDC systems, and Microsoft Office tools.
Why Work With Viltis & Viking Therapeutics?
By partnering with Viltis, you’ll be positioned to join a mission-driven, science-focused biotech at a pivotal stage in its growth. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on innovative therapies in metabolic, endocrine, and rare disease areas—while working alongside a collaborative, highly skilled team.
Interested? Submit your resume to Viltis to be considered for this exciting role with Viking Therapeutics.