Executive Director, Project Management - Oncology

Role overview Provide executive leadership for project management across a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring programs meet agreed quality, scope, budget, and schedule goals. You will lead project management directors and managers, oversee complex and global work, and act as a senior escalation point for study sponsors. The role also covers portfolio performance, staffing, talent development, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities - Direct project leaders in planning, execution, governance, and coordination across studies and programs. - Provide oversight of large or complex programs, managing dependencies, milestones, risks, and escalations. - Serve as a senior point of contact for sponsor issues that exceed project-level management. - Plan staffing and resources, monitor budgets and performance, and support the organization’s profitability goals. - Hire, develop, coach, and assess project leadership staff, including conducting performance reviews. - Guide project managers on scope, risk mitigation, resource planning, goals, and deliverables. - Identify projects at risk and lead appropriate recovery, rescoping, postponement, or cancellation decisions. - Report performance measures and lead process improvements; contribute to proposals, budgets, and bid defenses.

Requirements - A bachelor’s degree in a science or health-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; an advanced degree is preferred. - At least 15 years of clinical research experience, including substantial project and people management. - Working knowledge of GCP/ICH guidance and the clinical development process. - Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project. - Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, and customer service skills. - Experience with project management, strategic planning, risk management, and change management in cross-functional settings. - Ability to present complex information to senior leaders and travel domestically and internationally, including overnight trips.

Nice to have Experience managing complex global trials and an advanced degree.

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. The estimated compensation range is $203,400–$304,800 USD; pay may vary with qualifications, experience, training, and location. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship.