Project Director - Oncology

Role overview Direct complex clinical research trials or a portfolio of studies, with responsibility for delivery, client service, financial performance, and quality. The role may oversee global or large-scale programs, guide project managers, and contribute to improvements in project execution and organizational processes.

Responsibilities - Serve as the main client contact, support proposals and presentations, and lead sponsor and internal project meetings. - Oversee trial planning and delivery, guiding project managers through setup, procurement, execution, and closeout. - Manage budgets, scope, profitability, billing, forecasting, and change orders; identify out-of-scope work early. - Develop or oversee project plans, timelines, metrics, and risk, change, and mitigation strategies. - Maintain quality and inspection readiness, address findings with corrective actions, and ensure study-specific training is completed. - Coordinate cross-functional teams, report progress and issues, mentor project staff, and support bid defense and process improvement activities.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience in a science or health-related field; an advanced degree is preferred. - At least eight years of clinical research experience, including five years in direct project management or equivalent demonstrated capability. - Experience managing complex global studies or a portfolio of studies. - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, electronic trial master files, electronic data capture, and clinical trial management systems. - Excellent communication, organization, attention to detail, and client service skills. - Preferred: strong command of ICH-GCP, relevant operating procedures, project management methods, and cross-functional planning, risk, and change management.

Benefits and work setup The source lists eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings, life and disability coverage, parental leave, and paid sick and vacation time. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship.