Clinical Team Leader (CTL)| Germany| Hybrid

Job description

Join us At Evidenze, we are passionate about advancing healthcare and improving patients' quality of life. With more than 400 professionals and a comprehensive portfolio of services across clinical research, patient support programmes, medical education, communications and events, we support innovation throughout the healthcare sector. We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical Team Leader (CTL) to join our Clinical Operations Department in Germany. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical research professional with strong leadership skills who is ready to take ownership of study delivery, sponsor relationships, and cross-functional team coordination within a dynamic and growing organisation. About the Role As a Clinical Team Leader , you will be responsible for overseeing the operational delivery of clinical research projects from study start-up through close-out. Acting as the primary point of contact for Sponsors and Clients, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure project milestones are achieved, manage risks effectively, and maintain the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in Clinical Research , Clinical Operations , Clinical Trials , and ICH-GCP compliance, combined with proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for Sponsors and Clients, ensuring effective communication, alignment on study objectives, and timely delivery of agreed milestones and project deliverables. Lead the planning, execution and oversight of clinical research projects, defining study timelines, project stages, risk assessments and contingency plans in collaboration with Sponsors. Coordinate and support cross-functional teams, including Clinical Operations, Medical Writing, IT, Statistics & Data Management, and Pharmacovigilance & Safety, ensuring efficient resource allocation and achievement of project goals. Oversee study start-up, regulatory activities and operational execution throughout the full clinical trial lifecycle, including participation in Sponsor meetings, review of key study documents and site contract support when applicable. Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, including obtaining and evaluating quotations required for project delivery. Ensure compliance with Sponsor requirements, company procedures, applicable regulations and ICH-GCP standards, while maintaining high-quality study execution. Monitor patient recruitment, identify operational challenges and implement effective mitigation strategies to support study objectives. Lead and supervise the clinical monitoring team, overseeing performance, workload distribution, quality standards and ongoing team development. Support critical study milestones, including database lock activities, study close-out, final reporting, TMF transfer and budget oversight. Essential Requirements Degree in Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Biology or a related discipline. Master's degree in Clinical Research or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 4 years' experience in Clinical Research and/or additional experience within clinical development. Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP , clinical trial regulations and applicable industry requirements. Fluent English and German. Knowledge of other languages will be valued. Ability to meet country-specific regulatory requirements related to the role. Proven experience coordinating projects and working with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Strong ability to prioritise workloads, manage resources efficiently and drive projects to completion. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with Sponsors, Clients and internal teams. Proactive, solution-oriented and highly organised approach to work. Preferred Qualifications Additional experience in broader clinical development activities. Previous experience leading cross-functional clinical research teams. Experience working directly with Sponsors and managing client relations What we offer Permanent full-time employment contract. Hybrid working model combining office-based and remote work. Opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation within the clinical research industry. Collaborative, multidisciplinary and supportive working environment. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Strong support from experienced managers and colleagues. Clear opportunities for career progression and long-term growth. Competitive salary aligned with experience, expertise and qualifications. Immediate start available. Location & Working Model Germany-Essen Hybrid Working Model (office-based and remote working) Ready for Your Next Career Move? If you are an experienced Clinical Research professional with a passion for Clinical Operations , Clinical Trial Management , Sponsor collaboration , and ICH-GCP excellence , we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join Evidenze to help deliver high-quality clinical research while leading teams that contribute to the future of healthcare innovation.