What the Project Manager, Internal Medicine does at Worldwide The Project Manager (PM) will manage one or more allocated Phase I through IV Clinical Trials that may be local, regional or global in scope. WCT Project Managers are 100% accountable for the success of their projects. Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall coordination and management of clinical trials from start up through close out activities. Directs the technical, financial and operational aspects of the projects -- thus securing the successful completion of clinical trials. Works with functional area leads to identify and evaluate fundamental project requirements, interpret data on complex issues, is responsible for contingency planning and implementation of rescue strategy where needed and ensure solutions are implemented. Works to ensure that all project deliverables meet the customer’s time/quality/cost expectations. The PM, with support from the Project Management Directors, working in with other functional area leads, is accountable for ensuring that all project deliverables meet the customer/contract expectations.
What you will do:- Lead core project team members and facilitate their ability to lead extended/complete project team
- Lead cross unit coordination both internal and external, inclusive of sub-contractors
- Define and manage project resource needs in conjunction with functional heads and establish contingency plans for key resources
- Ensure successful design, implementation, tracking and revision of project plans for assigned projects
- Promote effective teamwork among project team members; resolve conflicts as needed
- Ensure appropriate communication on project-related matters with the PM Management
- What you will bring to the role
- Experience in managing projects in a multi-office environment
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities; utilize resources effectively
- Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix system
- Demonstrated ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions
- Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills
- Your experience
University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology) or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Minimum of five (5) years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience including demonstrated skills and competency in clinical project management tasks
In lieu of the above requirements, candidates with > five (5) years supervisory experience in a health care setting and four (4) years clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered and/or proven ability and demonstration of relevant experience and skills in clinical development
Thorough knowledge of project management processes
Thorough knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP including international regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical development programs
Available for domestic and international travel, including overnight stays
Valid current passport required
Ability to drive and have a valid driver’s license
Fluent in local office language and in English, both written and verbal
Broad knowledge of drug development process and client needs
