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Precision for Medicine, a clinical research organization (CRO) specializing in oncology and rare diseases, is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee complex global clinical trials and study portfolios. This is a fully remote position available to candidates in the UK, Spain, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Serbia, or Slovakia.
The Project Director will serve as the primary liaison with pharmaceutical and biotech clients, managing all aspects of clinical research trials from planning through execution and closure. Key responsibilities include:
• Oversee and manage all aspects of assigned clinical trials, ensuring consistency across study portfolios
• Provide strategic direction to project managers on trial establishment, planning, procurement, execution, and closing
• Manage study budgets and financial health, including profitability tracking, billable hours, and accurate forecasting
• Develop comprehensive project plans with robust timelines, proactive risk management, and change management strategies
• Ensure quality management, eTMF inspection readiness, and implementation of corrective/preventative action plans
• Establish tracking metrics and prepare status updates for clients and senior leadership, including KPI reporting
• Lead internal and client meetings, driving program-level strategies with cross-functional teams
• Mentor associate and senior project managers, providing ongoing feedback and performance management
• Support business development activities, including bid defense preparation and presentations
• Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, company SOPs, and regulatory requirements
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed for client meetings and bid defenses
The role represents advancement on the project management career track and is critical to supporting strategic company objectives in trial execution. The Project Director may be called upon to serve as Portfolio Manager for a suite of studies for significant clients.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a science or health-related field (advanced degree preferred).
Experience:
• Minimum 8 years of clinical research experience with proven competencies for this role
• Minimum 5 years of direct project management experience
• Highly experienced in pharmaceutical and/or device research
• Experience managing highly complex and global studies or portfolios of studies
Technical Skills:
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, eTMF, EDC, and CTMS
• Expert understanding of project management software
• Mastery knowledge of ICH-GCP and relevant SOPs
Core Competencies:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interface effectively in team settings
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and customer service orientation
• Strong project planning, risk management, and change management capabilities
• Ability to lead and inspire excellence; motivate team members to meet timelines and goals
• Results-oriented, accountable, motivated, and flexible
• Demonstrated excellence in negotiation, critical thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills
• Expert presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Highly developed influence, negotiation, and conflict management skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments with high self-motivation
• Focus on continuous improvement and proactive process optimization
