Senior / Project Manager - Oncology - US/Canada - Remote

Worldwide Clinical Trials; Quebec; On-site; CAD 182,527 - 361,504; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead clinical trials from start‑up to closeout in a CRO setting. You will oversee technical, financial and operational aspects and coordinate with functional leads to deliver high‑quality results on time and within budget.

The role requires 6–7 years of industry experience, 5+ years in clinical project management, oncology experience, and a Life Science degree (preferred). Travel as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• 6–7 years of industry experience with at least 5 years in clinical project management in a CRO.
• Oncology experience in a project management role is required.
• University/College degree in Life Science is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall coordination and management of clinical trials from start‑up through closeout.
• Direct technical, financial and operational aspects to secure successful trial completion.
• Collaborate with functional leads to identify issues, interpret data and implement solutions.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet customer time/quality/cost expectations.
• Accountable for delivering project outcomes with project management directors.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Life Science degree

Job description

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500 experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands‑on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

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 budget.
• 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.

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 is 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.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.