[Hiring] Senior Manager, Clinical Site Development @Pulse Biosciences

Role Description

The Sr. Manager, Clinical Site Development leads the identification, development, engagement, activation, and performance support of clinical sites for the Company’s IDE and post-market clinical programs. This field-based role works closely with investigators, research coordinators, physicians, nurses, hospital administrators, Field Clinical Engineers, and the In-House Clinical team to establish strong site relationships and support successful clinical study execution. The successful candidate will have experience in medical device clinical trials, clinical research, clinical site management, patient recruitment, cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, or a related healthcare environment.

To Make an Impact, You Will:

• Clinical Site Development:
  • Execute the clinical site development strategy across assigned sites and territories.
  • Lead or support site feasibility assessments and qualification activities.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with potential and active investigators and clinical stakeholders.
  • Identify appropriate investigators and referral networks for clinical programs.
  • Evaluate operational barriers affecting site activation and enrollment.
  • Maintain regular communication with prospective and active clinical sites.
• Site Activation and Enrollment Support:
  • Lead or support site initiation and activation activities.
  • Establish referral pathways among relevant clinical departments.
  • Support site teams in identifying potential trial candidates.
  • Attend high-priority site activities to support coordination.
  • Monitor site commitments and performance against objectives.
• Site Relationship Management:
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with site personnel.
  • Conduct routine site visits based on development priorities.
  • Support site retention and engagement through effective communication.
  • Ensure all site interactions are consistent with Company policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with internal teams to coordinate site activities.
  • Collaborate with CROs and clinical sites for consistent trial execution.
  • Participate in operational forums as requested.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  • Provide timely updates on site feasibility and performance.
  • Maintain accurate records in approved systems.
  • Prepare site feasibility reports and status updates.
• Compliance and Quality:
  • Conduct all activities in accordance with clinical trial protocols and regulations.
  • Support audit and quality-improvement activities as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, healthcare, nursing, business, or related discipline preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in clinical research, clinical site management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience with clinical site identification and enrollment.
• Experience working in a hospital or procedural clinical environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial operations and patient recruitment processes.
• Ability to assess site capabilities and identify factors affecting performance.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 50–70% of the time.
• Ability to work in hospital and procedural environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Benefits

• A variety of health insurance plans and supplemental insurance options.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Stock options awards and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible work schedule.
• Wellness program, including onsite gym and mindfulness classes.
• Commitment to providing a respectful work environment.