Kailera is a late clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing a diversified pipeline of GLP-1 therapies to provide options for people living with obesity. Backed by a16z.
About the role
As the Manager, Patient Retention, you will serve as the ultimate operational safeguard for our clinical trial data integrity by actively combating participant dropouts and attrition bias. In this high-impact role, you will monitor early warning systems, tracking eCOA alerts, compliance trends, and site performance metrics in real time. You will act as the vital bridge between Kailera Medical, our CRO partners (IQVIA), and regional CRAs to deploy immediate, tactical interventions for at-risk participants. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 3–5 years of progressive clinical research experience within biotech, pharma, or a major CRO (e.g., as a CRA, Lead Study Coordinator, or Clinical Operations Project Manager)
- Advanced proficiency working with critical clinical trial technologies, specifically Electronic Data Capture (EDC), IRT, and eCOA dashboard environments
- Proven ability to synthesize complex operational metrics and patient data trends into immediate, actionable risk-mitigation workflows
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-management skills, with a track record of successfully navigating high-stakes conversations with PIs, coordinators, and external vendors
- A proven ability to thrive, self-direct, and execute with precision in a fast-paced, fluid, and entrepreneurial startup culture
- Strong emotional intelligence and a solutions-oriented mindset to counsel clinical teams through real-world patient logistics and retention challenges
More about this role
At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health. Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera’s mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence. As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.
As the Manager, Patient Retention, you will serve as the ultimate operational safeguard for our clinical trial data integrity by actively combating participant dropouts and attrition bias. In this high-impact role, you will monitor early warning systems, tracking eCOA alerts, compliance trends, and site performance metrics in real time. You will act as the vital bridge between Kailera Medical, our CRO partners (IQVIA), and regional CRAs to deploy immediate, tactical interventions for at-risk participants. By turning data insights into rapid clinical action, you will directly protect the...
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