Senior Project Manager

TFS HealthScience; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TFS HealthScience is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the CDS Ophthalmology team and lead multidisciplinary studies from initiation to close-out. You will coordinate Site Management, Data Management, Statistics, Medical Writing, Regulatory and Safety to ensure milestones are achieved within budget and quality standards.

Based in the EU with a home-based remote arrangement, you will mentor junior PMs, manage timelines, client relationships, and regulatory compliance, while contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or similar.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management (ideally within clinical research / CRO environment).
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial regulations (e.g., ICH-GCP).
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery ensuring timelines, scope, and budget are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and timelines.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance, including financials and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Allocate and manage project resources in collaboration with line managers.
• Report progress and elevate issues where needed.
• Support business development activities, including proposals and bid defenses.
• Mentor junior Project Managers when required.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teams

ICH-GCP

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

TFS HealthScience is a leading global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes full service-capabilities, resourcing and Functional Service (FSP) solutions.

Join Our Team as a Senior Project Manager [1.0 FTE] - (home based in EU).

About this role

As part of our CDS Ophthalmology teams you will be working alongside passionate and innovative professionals to ensure our customers achieve their goals.

The Project Manager will plan and pro-actively manage multidisciplinary study teams (including Site Management, Data Management, Statistics, Medical Writing, Regulatory and Safety) to ensure key milestones are achieved and studies are performed within budget, on schedule and in compliance with the appropriate - and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project delivery ensuring timelines, scope, and budget are met
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and timelines
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Monitor project performance, including financials and profitability
• Ensure compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Allocate and manage project resources in collaboration with line managers
• Report progress and elevate issues where needed
• Support business development activities, including proposals and bid defenses
• Mentor junior Project Managers when required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or similar
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management (ideally within clinical research / CRO environment)
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial regulations (e.g., ICH-GCP)
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
• Financial and budget management experience
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills

What We Offer

We provide a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding environment. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of patients

Our journey began over 30 years ago in Sweden, in the city of Lund. As a full-service, global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we build solution-driven teams working towards a healthier future. Bringing together over 600 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 50 countries with flexible clinical development and strategic resourcing solutions across key therapeutic areas including Dermatology, Neuroscience, Oncology and Ophthalmology.

Our core values of Trust, Quality, Passion, Flexibility, and Sustainability are our guiding light serving as the framework for decision-making at all levels of the organization. They assist us in attracting and retaining valuable talent who share our sentiments, resulting in high employee engagement and satisfaction. By aligning on these fundamental values, we cultivate a unified force, geared towards innovation and excellence. This collective effort propels us towards our shared goal and foster a culture of mutual respect and collaboration.