Manager, Clinical Operations (Patient Recruitment)

<p><strong>Position Details:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Title: Manager, Clinical Operations (Patient Recruitment)</li> <li>Location: Hybrid, New York, NY</li> </ul> <p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p> <p>Founded in 2021, Transcend Therapeutics is a late-clinical-stage neuroscience company developing rapid-acting treatments for neuropsychiatric diseases. Our lead asset TSND-201, a rapid-acting neuroplastogen, is the first and only product to demonstrate rapid, robust, and durable therapeutic effects in PTSD. TSND-201 was granted Breakthrough Therapy designation by the FDA based on Phase 2 results, and we have aligned on a Phase 3 program for TSND-201 in PTSD. Transcend is backed by leading life sciences investors and driven by a mission to create treatments for the millions of people for whom current psychiatric medicines have not worked.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Manager, Patient Recruitment is a member of the Clinical Operations team and is responsible for overseeing patient recruitment to support enrollment in clinical studies in collaboration with patient recruitment vendors and sites.</p> <p>A successful Manager in Patient Recruitment takes initiative in recruitment strategies, identifies challenges and proactively makes adjustments or decisions to meet study enrollment goals. The position will report to the (Assoc/Sr) Director, Clinical Operations.</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Set up study recruitment plans/operations during study start up including site recruitment and central recruitment strategies.</li> <li>Evaluate patient recruitment vendors and provide oversight/coordination with vendors throughout the study.</li> <li>Develop and review study and site recruitment materials (design elements and written content of flyers, posters, newsletters, ads, etc.).</li> <li>Regularly interact with clinical study sites to support individualized site recruitment needs.</li> <li>Track progress and success of various recruitment tactics with study enrollment goals in mind.</li> <li>Identify new recruitment strategies as needed and lead efforts in recruitment challenges.</li> <li>Communicate with various internal and external personnel (i.e., study staff, site personnel, CTM).</li> <li>Participate in study team meetings and provide updates to senior personnel.</li> <li>Participate in creation, review, and revision of clinical SOPs.</li> <li>All other duties as required.</li> </ul> <p>This is a great opportunity to step into a high-impact, high-visibility role on the early team of Transcend Therapeutics. We offer competitive cash and equity compensation; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401k; unlimited vacation and sick time; and more.</p> <p>The salary range for this role is $130,000 to $150,000, plus equity and benefits.</p> <p><strong>Experience Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a life science</li> <li>2+ years experience in patient recruitment in a pharmaceutical company, CRO, patient recruitment vendor or similar organization, 4+ overall years in clinical research</li> <li>Experience in recruiting studies in psychiatry-related indications is preferred</li> <li>Proficient knowledge of GCP/ICH, drug development process, clinical operations</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Competency Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Creative and flexible, able to pivot when needed</li> <li>Able to align with company goals and focus on the big picture</li> <li>Able to effectively communicate and collaborate across functions and job levels</li> <li>Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Internally motivated, with a passion for mental health</li> <li>Routinely takes initiative</li> </ul> <p><strong>Travel Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Travel may be required (approximately 5%)</li> </ul> <p>We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and talented team, free from discrimination. If you're excited about our mission but don't meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.</p>