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 and engage in proposal activities and client presentations.

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

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

• Manage study budgets, scope, change orders, and overall financial health.

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

• Ensure quality management and readiness for eTMF inspections.

• Establish metrics to track trial and team progress.

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

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

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

• Communicate issues, deviations, and necessary actions to sponsors and management.

• Conduct formal presentations, including bid defenses.

• Ensure compliance and provide study-specific training.

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

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

• Contribute to departmental updates and the company's standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Offer ongoing feedback and conduct annual performance reviews for team members within the function.

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

• Complete training, time reporting, and administrative responsibilities.

• Travel domestically and internationally as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience as a full-service Project Director in clinical trials, especially in oncology.

• Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a science or health-related field (EU).

• Advanced degree is preferred.

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

• Minimum of 5 years of direct project management experience.

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

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.

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

• Mastery of ICH-GCP guidelines and relevant Precision SOPs.

• In-depth knowledge of project management techniques and tools.

• Extensive experience in cross-functional project management.

• Strong understanding of project planning, risk management, and change management in a cross-functional context.

• Highly experienced in pharmaceutical and/or device research.

• Proven expertise in strategic planning, risk management, and change management.

• Expert knowledge of project management software.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Commitment to work-life balance.

• Encouragement for team development.