Clinical Trial Associate

Role Overview

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals is looking for a highly organized and driven Clinical Trial Associate to help run clinical studies within the Clinical Operations function. This position supports a range of trial execution tasks and helps ensure study deliverables stay on schedule, remain within scope, and meet quality and regulatory expectations.

In this role, you will combine independent ownership with close collaboration across study teams, gaining hands-on experience in clinical operations while working alongside experienced colleagues.

Study Team and Meeting Coordination

• Arrange cross-functional study team meetings, including drafting agendas and documenting minutes.
• Assist with site initiation efforts and ongoing study coordination.
• Provide support for external vendor oversight when required.
• Take part in Investigator Meetings and contribute where needed.

Study Documentation, Tracking, and Execution

• Organize and monitor essential study records, including regulatory documents such as 1572s, while partnering with Regulatory teams.
• Support Trial Master File activities through filing, reconciliation, and quality review checks.
• Help prepare, revise, and circulate study documents such as informed consent forms and manuals.
• Keep trackers, tools, and operational systems up to date to support compliant study delivery.

Study Support and Quality

• Assist with sample handling and other basic study logistics.
• Support review and upkeep of study documents as needed.
• Make sure assigned work follows quality expectations and applicable regulatory standards.
• Work with the team to recognize when issues should be escalated or additional guidance is needed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s or master’s degree and 1 to 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or academic research environment. A working understanding of ICH guidelines, GCP, and global clinical trial regulations is required. You should be comfortable managing assigned activities with direction from senior colleagues, and you’ll need strong organizational ability with a sharp eye for detail.

Preferred Experience and Strengths

• Ability to learn new tools, systems, and processes quickly to improve efficiency.
• Understanding of how clinical data, vendors, and systems connect across studies.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Self-directed, collaborative approach with the ability to work independently when necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range for this role is $90,000 to $124,000 per year. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience depth, education, skill set, performance, and location. Base pay is only one part of the overall rewards package, which may also include an annual performance bonus, long-term incentive plan, full benefits, and additional incentive compensation plans where applicable.

• Competitive salary with annual bonus eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) retirement plan with company match and other benefits.
• Generous parental leave and family planning support.
• Strong workplace culture with room for personal and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

The company is committed to fair hiring practices and equal employment opportunity. Diversity is valued, and all employment decisions are made without discrimination. A confidential optional survey may be offered during the application process for reporting purposes only and will not affect hiring decisions.