Project Director

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

📋 Description

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

• Supervise all components of clinical research trials and the designated study portfolios.

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

• Manage study budgets, scope, change orders, and financial health, focusing on profitability, billable hours, billing, and forecasting.

• Develop or oversee detailed project plans, timelines, risk management, mitigation, and change management strategies.

• Ensure quality management, readiness for eTMF inspections, quality notifications, and corrective/preventive action plans.

• Set tracking metrics for trial and team performance.

• Prepare updates on project status, KPIs, solutions, and opportunities for clients and senior management.

• Lead internal and client meetings, driving strategies at the program or study level.

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

• Communicate protocol and study issues to sponsors and Precision management, implementing necessary actions.

• Conduct formal presentations for colleagues, investigative staff, and clients, including bid defenses.

• Ensure compliance with study-specific training throughout projects.

• Support business development and marketing initiatives, including bid defense preparation and travel.

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

• Participate in 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 operational corrective measures are taken.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

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

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

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

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

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.

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

• Mastery of ICH-GCP and relevant Precision SOPs.

• Excellent understanding of project management techniques and tools.

• Extensive experience in a cross-functional project management environment.

• Strong grasp of cross-functional management.

• In-depth knowledge of project planning, risk management, and change management, with an awareness of appropriate escalation.

• High integrity and adherence to professional and ethical standards.

• Ability to lead and motivate excellence within a study team.

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

• Expert understanding of project management software.

• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical and/or device research.

• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and change management, with the capability to implement independently.

• Highly developed customer orientation, with strong influence, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as 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.

• Recognition of employee contributions.

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Reasonable accommodations provided during the application process.