The Clinical Study Operations Engineering Program Manager will oversee the clinical study portfolio at Apple Health, acting as a bridge between recruitment, partner management, and study execution. This role requires a strategic powerhouse who can tackle complex challenges and drive the onboarding of global CROs. The position emphasizes the importance of establishing robust operational pathways and leveraging advanced analytics for strategic recommendations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting to various responsibilities while ensuring data integrity and compliance.

• B.S. degree in biomedical engineering or any engineering discipline, or equivalent
• 10+ years of direct experience in clinical project management, strategic partnerships, or clinical operations within Health or Technology
• Strong human research background with a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end study lifecycle, GCP, and domestic/international regulations
• Proven track record of managing and onboarding global CROs and diverse external vendors
• Expert analytical and negotiation skills, adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts
• Proven ability to project manage and oversee clinical data management activities
• Self-starter and critical thinker with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Superb communication skills including effective listening and clear writing
• Experience leveraging AI, digital platforms, or advanced analytics in clinical recruitment and study operations
• Direct experience strategizing and mapping clinical operations for OUS regions

• Provide flexible oversight across the clinical study portfolio.
• Drive the onboarding of global CROs and define early-stage recruitment pipelines.
• Leverage advanced analytics to extract predictive insights and generate strategic recommendations.
• Lay the groundwork for international expansion on the recruitment front.
• Manage day-to-day operations of running studies and ensure comprehensive data management oversight.
• Adapt to drive success in high-priority studies and hold partners accountable.
• Continuously meet timelines and data needs while digging deep into data.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.