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Project Director - Oncology
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About this role
Role overview
Lead large or global oncology clinical research studies, or a portfolio of related trials, from planning through closeout. The role combines client partnership, financial and operational oversight, quality management, and guidance for cross-functional teams and project managers.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the main client contact, contribute to proposals and presentations, and lead internal and client meetings. - Direct project managers and cross-functional teams through study setup, planning, delivery, and closeout. - Build and maintain project plans, timelines, tracking metrics, and risk and change-management approaches. - Monitor budgets, scope, profitability, billable hours, forecasts, and timely, accurate billing; identify out-of-scope work and drive change orders. - Oversee quality processes, inspection readiness, study training, and corrective actions when issues arise. - Report progress and key indicators to clients and senior leaders, address study issues, and mentor project staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience in a science- or health-related field; an advanced degree is preferred. - At least 8 years in clinical research or demonstrated equivalent competencies, including at least 5 years of direct project management. - Experience leading complex global studies or a portfolio of studies in a cross-functional setting. - Strong command of project planning, risk and change management, escalation, and project management methods. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, eTMF, EDC, and CTMS. - Excellent communication, organization, attention to detail, and client service skills; strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and applicable study procedures.
Benefits and work setup
The role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and benefits that include health coverage, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, parental leave, and paid sick and vacation time. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship. The stated U.S. compensation range is $162,000–$243,000.