Project Director

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

📋 Description

• Act as the main point of contact for clients and engage in proposal efforts and client presentations.

• Supervise all facets of clinical research trials and related portfolios.

• Guide project managers through the processes of project setup, planning, initiation, procurement, execution, and closure.

• Manage study budgets, scope, change orders, and overall financial health, which includes profitability, billable hours, billing, and forecasting.

• Create or oversee detailed project plans, timelines, and risk management strategies, including mitigation plans.

• Ensure quality management, eTMF inspection readiness, quality notifications, and corrective/preventative action plans are in place.

• Establish tracking metrics for trial and team progress.

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

• Lead internal and client meetings while driving strategies at the study level.

• Oversee cross-functional project teams and the execution of trials.

• Communicate protocol and study issues, taking necessary actions as needed.

• Conduct formal presentations, including bid defenses.

• Ensure compliance and training specific to each study.

• Assist with business development and marketing initiatives, which may include travel for bid defenses.

• Mentor associate, project, and senior project managers.

• Contribute to departmental updates and the development of company SOPs.

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

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

• Complete mandatory training, time reporting, and administrative responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a science or health-related field for EU candidates; an advanced degree is preferred.

• At least 8 years of experience in clinical research or demonstrated competencies for this role.

• Minimum of 5 years of direct project management experience.

• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, eTMF, EDC, and CTMS.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and a customer service-oriented approach.

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

• Mastery of ICH-GCP and relevant Precision SOPs.

• Strong knowledge of project management techniques and tools.

• Extensive experience in cross-functional project management.

• Solid understanding of cross-functional management, project planning, risk management, and change management.

• Proven excellence in time management, negotiation, critical thinking, decision-making, analytical skills, and both verbal and written communication.

• Expert knowledge of project management software.

• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical and/or device research.

• Expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and change management.

• Well-developed customer orientation, influence, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Emphasis on work-life balance.

• Opportunities for team development.

• Employee contributions are valued and recognized.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities.