Project Director

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

📋 Description

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

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

• Guide project managers throughout the project lifecycle, including establishment, planning, initiation, procurement, execution, and closure

• Manage study budgets, project scope, change orders, and overall project profitability

• Monitor financial health, billable hours, invoicing, and forecasting

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

• Ensure quality management for projects, eTMF inspection readiness, and corrective/preventative action plans

• Set tracking metrics for trial progress and team performance

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

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

• Oversee the execution of trials by cross-functional project teams

• Address protocol or study-related issues and take necessary actions

• Deliver formal presentations, including bid defenses

• Ensure compliance with study-specific training requirements

• Assist in business development and marketing efforts, including travel to bid defense meetings

• Mentor associates, project managers, and senior project managers

• Contribute to departmental updates and the development of company SOPs

• Provide continuous feedback and conduct annual performance reviews for team members

• Identify project-level performance issues and ensure corrective measures are taken

• Maintain compliance with organizational training, time reporting, and administrative responsibilities

• Carry out additional duties as assigned

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an 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 relevant to the role

• A minimum of 5 years in direct project management

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

• Experience managing complex global studies or a portfolio of studies

• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP and pertinent Precision SOPs

• Strong understanding of project management techniques and tools

• Extensive experience in cross-functional project management settings

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

• Significant experience in pharmaceutical and/or device research

• Proficient in strategic planning, risk management, and change management with the ability to execute independently

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including overnight stays

• Exceptional communication, organizational, analytical, presentation, negotiation, decision-making, time-management, and interpersonal skills

• Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

🏝️ Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Emphasis on work-life balance

• Opportunities for team development

• Recognition of employee contributions

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities