Start-up Manager

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

📋 Description

• Oversee intricate site operations while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

• Assist with site recruitment and training initiatives.

• Promote teamwork between trial sites and internal departments.

• Work in conjunction with matrixed team members to achieve site activation for designated projects.

• Supervise site activation in accordance with established timelines and quality benchmarks.

• Manage the flow of information among PPD teams, clients, and functional areas.

• Create project implementation strategies and guidelines utilizing PPD tools.

• Track and assess project progress and deliver metrics to senior management.

• Recognize potential risks and formulate contingency plans.

• Handle financial and contractual elements of studies pertaining to site activation.

• Set up controls to align project resources and expenditures with budgetary limits.

• Oversee the technical and operational components of site activation, including feasibility assessments, site contracts, and coordination with country teams.

• Manage the designated scope of work in relation to timelines, costs, and quality standards.

• Identify and assess challenges that may impact successful site activation and implement corrective measures.

• Foster client relationships that are in line with assigned projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent formal academic/vocational qualification.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

• Equivalency may include a blend of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience.

• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with cross-functional project management principles.

• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Capacity to identify and address risks related to contractual obligations.

• Cross-cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

• In-depth understanding of clinical research and development, medical and therapeutic fields, study phases, and medical terminology.

• Ability to lead, liaise with, and coordinate cross-functional project teams.

• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical development guidelines and directives.

• Capability to work in office, laboratory, and/or clinical settings.

• Willingness to travel occasionally, up to 20%, including domestic and international site locations.

• Ability to remain upright and/or stationary for 6–8 hours per day.

• Capacity to perform repetitive hand movements and maintain frequent mobility.

• Ability to lift and carry weights of 15–20 lbs.

• Proficient in accessing and utilizing both in-house and commercial computer software.

• Regular and consistent attendance is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Global team environment.

• Opportunities for collaboration and professional development.

• Commitment to scientific excellence.