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Senior Project Manager - Oncology (US/Canada)

Role overview

Summary

The Senior Project Manager role at Worldwide Clinical Trials focuses on the coordination and management of clinical trials, ensuring they meet customer expectations. This position works closely with project teams and functional area leads to deliver high-quality results in the oncology therapeutic area.

Qualifications

  • 6-7 years' industry experience with a minimum of 5 years in a Clinical Project Management role within a CRO setting.
  • Oncology experience in a PM role.
  • Thorough knowledge of project management processes.
  • Preferred: University/College degree within Life Science.
  • Preferred: Ability to travel when needed.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage clinical trials from start-up through closeout activities.
  • Direct technical, financial, and operational aspects of projects to ensure successful completion.
  • Collaborate with major functional area leads to identify and evaluate project issues and implement solutions.
  • Ensure all project deliverables meet customer time, quality, and cost expectations.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Accountability
  • Calmness Under Pressure
  • Collaboration

About the company

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Worldwide Clinical Trials

  • Clinical Research (CRO)
  • Large
  • 1,001–5,000
About Worldwide Clinical Trials  Worldwide Clinical Trials is a leading full-service global contract research organization (CRO) that works in partnership with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to create customized solutions that advance new treatments. Our capabilities include bioanalytical laboratory services, Phase I-IV clinical trials, and post-approval and real-world evidence studies – all powered by our team members who bring their expertise and a collaborative, personalized approach to each clinical program. Anchored in our company’s scientific heritage, our dedicated therapeutic focus on cardiovascular, metabolic, neuroscience, oncology, and rare diseases, is applied to develop flexible plans and solve problems quickly for our customers. Our talented team of 3,000+ professionals spans 60+ countries, and embraces a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B). We are united in cause with our customers to improve the lives of patients through new, innovative therapies. For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com.

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Job description

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we're driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to think creatively, take ownership, and deliver meaningful work that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world. 


With more than 4,000 professionals across the globe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, growth is encouraged, and every contribution makes an impact. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape the future of clinical research. 


What the Project Management department does at Worldwide 


Worldwide Clinical Trials Project management is the perfect blend of operational rigor and therapeutic expertise, with a client-focused approach.  Our Global Project Leads (GPLs) and Clinical Project Managers (CPMs) expertly guide our project teams to deliver with high quality, focusing on “doing it right the first time”.   


The Project Management team is engaged in all aspects of the trial collaborating with scientific and therapeutic leadership, coordinating across project teams, and providing flexible, innovative and proactive solutions. At Worldwide, you will be dedicated to a specific therapeutic area which will not only give you an opportunity to develop in depth global operational expertise, but also benefit from exceptional scientific and medical background that our experts bring. 


 What you will do 

  • Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the overall coordination and management of clinical trials from start-up through closeout activities. 
  • Directs the technical, financial and operational aspects of the projects -- thus securing the successful completion of clinical trials.  
  • Works with major functional area leads to identify and evaluate fundamental issues on the project, interpret data on complex issues, make good business decisions and ensure solutions are implemented. 
  • Works to ensure that all project deliverables meet the customer’s time/quality/cost expectations 
  • The SPM, with support from the Project Management Directors, working in collaboration with other functional area leads, is accountable for ensuring that all project deliverables meet the customer/contract expectations. 

What you will bring to the role 

  • High level of responsibility and accountability in all tasks. 
  • Communication skills. 
  • Ability to effectively perform in demanding situations. 
  • Thorough knowledge of project management processes with a solid understanding of how to craft and manage a project budge.
  • Can demonstrate experience of successfully managing and/or leading multidisciplinary project teams.

Your experience 

  • 6-7 years' industry experience with a minimum of 5 years in a Clinical Project Management role, within a CRO setting. 
  • Oncology experience in a PM role is required. 
  • University/College degree, within Life Science is preferred. 
  • Ability to travel when needed 

Discover the Difference


We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.  Discover the Difference at Worldwide Clinical Trials. Explore additional opportunities on our careers page, visit http://www.worldwide.com/careers, or connect with us on LinkedIn.


At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):


United States of America - $128,500.00 - $254,500.00


The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.


Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.

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