Project Director

TFS HealthScience; Dubai; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical innovation is seeking a Project Director to oversee global clinical studies. This role involves leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in life sciences, extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and proven leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in clinical project delivery within the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
• Strong knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and real-world evidence frameworks.
• Proven leadership in managing global cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional study teams in delivering complex clinical projects.
• Oversee external service providers to ensure study delivery aligns with expectations.
• Manage study budgets, contracts, timelines, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

The Project Director is responsible for leading the operational planning, execution, and oversight of global clinical studies. This includes managing observational and interventional studies, externally sponsored research, and early access programs, while ensuring delivery within time, budget, and quality expectations.

As part of our SRS/FSP team, you will be dedicated to one sponsor, a global pharmaceutical company recognized as a leader in medical innovation and evidence-based research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional study teams in the delivery of complex clinical and real-world evidence projects
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective governance, study design, and operational feasibility
• Oversee external service providers (e.g., CROs), ensuring study delivery aligns with expectations and standards
• Manage study budgets, contracts, timelines, and compliance with internal and regulatory requirements
• Provide leadership in process improvement initiatives and contribute to evidence delivery best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
• Extensive experience in clinical project delivery within the pharmaceutical or CRO industry
• Strong knowledge of interventional and observational study models, GCP/ICH guidelines, and real-world evidence frameworks
• Proven leadership in managing global cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic planning skills

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