Project Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Poland, +6 more countries.

📋 Description

• Act as the main point of contact for clients, delivering exceptional customer service, which includes proposal activities and client presentations.

• Supervise all facets of clinical research trials and the assigned portfolios.

• Guide project managers through the phases of project establishment, planning, initiation, procurement, execution, and closure.

• Oversee study budgets, scope, change orders, profitability, billable hours, invoicing, and forecasting.

• Create or supervise detailed project plans, timelines, risk management strategies, and mitigation efforts.

• Guarantee quality management, eTMF inspection readiness, quality notifications, and corrective/preventive action plans.

• Set up tracking metrics to monitor trial and team progress.

• Generate project status updates, KPI reports, solutions, and presentations for clients and senior management.

• Facilitate internal and client meetings, driving study-level strategies forward.

• Manage cross-functional project teams and ensure trial execution.

• Communicate protocol and study-related issues, implementing corrective measures as necessary.

• Deliver formal presentations, including bid defense meetings.

• Ensure compliance and training specific to studies.

• Assist in business development and marketing efforts, including travel for bid defenses.

• Mentor associates, project managers, and senior project managers.

• Engage in departmental updates and contribute to the development of company SOPs.

• Provide ongoing feedback and conduct annual performance evaluations for team members.

• Identify performance issues at the project level and ensure operational corrective actions are taken.

• Maintain compliance with organizational training, time reporting, and administrative protocols.

• Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a comparable combination of education and experience in a scientific or health-related discipline for EU candidates; an advanced degree is preferred.

• At least 8 years of experience in clinical research or demonstrated competencies relevant to the role.

• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in project management.

• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, eTMF, EDC, and CTMS.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and a customer service focus.

• Experience in managing highly complex and global studies or a portfolio of studies.

• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP and relevant Precision SOPs.

• Proficient understanding of project management techniques and tools.

• Extensive experience in cross-functional project management.

• Strong grasp of cross-functional management practices.

• Comprehensive understanding of project planning, risk management, and change management.

• Significant experience in pharmaceutical and/or device research.

• Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and change management, with the ability to implement independently.

• Proficient in project management software.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including overnight trips.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work setup.

• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

• Promotion of work-life balance.

• Opportunities for team development.

• Employee recognition and appreciation for contributions.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.