Project Director

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

📋 Description

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, engaging in proposal activities and delivering presentations.

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

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

• Administer study budgets, scope, change orders, and ensure project profitability.

• Oversee billable hours, maintain billing compliance, and perform forecasting.

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

• Guarantee quality management, eTMF inspection readiness, quality notifications, and CAPA plans.

• Establish tracking metrics to monitor trial and team progress.

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

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

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

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

• Conduct formal presentations, including bid defenses.

• Ensure compliance with study-specific training requirements.

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

• Mentor associate, project, and senior project managers.

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

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

• Identify and address project-level performance issues, ensuring corrective measures are taken.

• Complete training, time reporting, and other administrative tasks.

• Carry out additional responsibilities assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• A minimum of 5 years of direct project management experience.

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

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

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

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

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

• Excellent understanding of project management techniques and tools.

• Extensive experience in cross-functional project management settings.

• Strong grasp of cross-functional management dynamics.

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

• A high level of integrity along with professional and ethical standards.

• Ability to lead and motivate study teams.

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

• Expert knowledge of project management software.

• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical and/or device research.

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

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

• Capability 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.

• Encouragement for team development.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities.