Project Director – Oncology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

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

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

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

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

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

• Ensure quality management, eTMF inspection preparedness, quality notifications, and corrective/preventive action plans.

• Establish metrics to track trial and team progress.

• Prepare project status reports for clients and senior management, incorporating KPIs and recommendations.

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

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

• Communicate any protocol/study issues, deviations, and necessary actions to sponsors and management.

• Conduct formal presentations, including bid defenses.

• Ensure compliance with study-specific training requirements.

• Assist with business development and marketing efforts, including preparation for bid defenses and travel arrangements.

• Mentor project managers and provide constructive performance feedback.

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

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

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

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a science or health-related field (North America).

• At least 8 years of clinical research experience or demonstrated competencies relevant to this role.

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

• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Proficient in Microsoft Project, eTMF, EDC, and CTMS.

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

• Extensive knowledge of ICH-GCP and pertinent Precision SOPs.

• Familiarity with project management techniques and tools.

• Experience in a cross-functional project management setting.

• Understanding of cross-functional management dynamics.

• Knowledge of project planning, risk management, and change management principles.

• Significant experience in pharmaceutical and/or medical device research.

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

• Candidates must possess legal authorization to work in the country of employment without requiring employer sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Retirement savings benefits.

• Life insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• Parental leave.

• Paid time off for sick leave and vacation.