Job description
ProTrials is a women-owned, WBENC-certified Contract Research Organization (CRO) that has been a trusted partner in clinical research since 1996. Founded with a clear mission to deliver high-quality, experienced, and ethical services, we’ve supported research behind innovative treatments in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries.
Our people are the heart of everything we do. We believe great work happens when team members feel valued, supported, and empowered. At ProTrials, you’ll join a collaborative community committed to making a meaningful impact on global health.
We are excited to connect with skilled individuals who share our passion for advancing clinical research with care, integrity, and excellence.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Contract Clinical Project Manager (PM) plays a key role in the successful conduct of a clinical trial from inception through implementation and completion. The Clinical PM provides overall coordination and strategic management of a clinical trial, in conjunction with the clinical team and other functional groups. The Clinical Project Manager serves as the primary contact with the sponsor, clinical team, and other functional groups, while effectively delegating and overseeing team members.
The Clinical Project Manager ensures that all study team members are appropriately trained on the study and maintain compliance with GCP, the protocol, other associated documents, scope of work, and other clinical objectives. The Clinical PM serves as an effective team leader who manages and motivates team members using positive and productive methods of communication. The Clinical Project Manager also supports team member mentorship, as needed.
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Lead all clinical study operations, providing strategic/tactical planning, organization, and direction of study project(s) including but not limited to the oversight of clinical project timelines, reports, budgets, monitoring, site and vendor management, clinical supplies, and data collection
Facilitate and foster positive, productive, and timely communication between sponsor, study team, and other functional groups
Manage and motivate study team while serving as a mentor; mentorship may include identifying skills of the clinical team members and assisting with further professional development
Provide proper financial oversight of study budget, including out of scope tracking, in conjunction with the Client Manager (CM) and ProTrials Finance Department
Collaborate with senior management to provide study updates/progress, resourcing needs, sponsor issues, and health status at regularly scheduled intervals
Drive the development, maintenance, and distribution of project plans based on project-specific requirements, throughout the life of the study (i.e., monitoring plan, communication plan, project management plan, eTMF plan, other plans as applicable)
Manage studies in compliance with GCP, relevant SOPs, regulatory requirements, and project-specific plans
Assess resourcing needs to ensure the study has the appropriate resources for the duration of the project
Actively manage and track study risks (with team and sponsor input for potential obstacles that would delay the project’s progress while appropriately escalating issues
Assess training needs of team members on the therapeutic area, protocol, special procedures/skills, and implement the appropriate training plans
Delegate study team responsibilities and ensure that team members have the necessary tools and resources to effectively perform their role
Monitor and manage the project’s progress and develop timelines with input from relevant stakeholders and sponsor approval; re-assess critical path for study progress and adjust timelines as needed
Oversee activities and deliverables of outside vendors, as requested; ensure communication occurs between outside vendors, the team, and sponsor
HERE IS WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
RN or Bachelor and/or advanced degree in biological sciences or related field, or equivalent combination of relevant experience, education or training and previous CRA experience
Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proven effectiveness as a team leader
Prior experience successfully managing multifaceted studies from inception through implementation and completion
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Experience managing projects in a virtual environment
Demonstrated ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required
Experience with MS Project and OneNote a plus
Except as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law or regulatory requirements, ProTrials will retain the applicant’s personal information in accordance with its statutory obligations and internal policies and procedures.
Information collected during application completion may be retained for a reasonable period of time and in accordance with the company’s established retention policies. Applicants seeking more information may contact .
ProTrials is an equal opportunity employer. ProTrials is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), pregnancy, and childbirth or related medical conditions (including genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.