Project Director (Spain)

Indero (formerly Innovaderm); Badajoz; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A clinical research organization is seeking a Project Director responsible for overseeing clinical studies. You will manage Project Managers and ensure quality compliance while driving performance improvements. Candidates must have extensive experience in project management, preferably within a CRO, and effective communication skills. This is a permanent full-time, home-based position available to candidates across Spain.

Servicios

Complete benefits package

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Social activities

Formación

• Minimum 15 years of industry experience, with at least 5 years at a CRO.
• At least 10 years of clinical project management experience.
• Experience leading multi-center, multinational phase III trials.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee a portfolio or program of projects.
• Ensure all studies meet client-specific requirements.
• Represent the company to clients.
• Manage contract execution and financial aspects.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Educación

Bachelor of Science in a relevant discipline

Master’s degree

PMP or PRINCE2 certification

Descripción del empleo

The Project Director is responsible for overseeing the conduct of a program or portfolio of clinical studies or large global multicenter trials with substantial budgets. The portfolio may include studies for specific clients or multiple studies within the same therapeutic area or indication for more than one client. The Project Director manages Project Managers (PMs) handling projects of varying size and complexity, from single service studies to large, multi-protocol, global projects, or portfolios of projects. They lead operational contributions to proposal development and business activities at a project level, applying their therapeutic and project management expertise.

This role will be perfect for you if :

• You wish to contribute your expertise to the growth of a specialized CRO.
• You are a hands-on leader.
• You want to be involved in program management as well as line management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee a portfolio or program of projects and the Project Managers responsible for operationalizing studies.
• Ensure all studies meet therapeutic or client-specific requirements.
• Represent the company to clients, maintaining satisfaction and effective communication of program deliverables.
• Ensure studies comply with quality standards, SOPs, GCPs, regulatory requirements, and ICH guidelines.
• Manage contract execution and financial aspects, including budgets and expenses.
• Monitor project progress using timelines and tracking tools.
• Maintain in-depth therapeutic and client-specific knowledge for the portfolio.
• Apply learning across studies and clients.
• Lead contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to proposal development and pricing strategies.
• Drive performance improvements, operational efficiencies, and innovative strategies.
• Provide line management oversight and contribute to leadership as an operational and therapeutic area expert.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant discipline.
• A Master’s degree is an asset.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of industry experience, with at least 5 years at a CRO.
• At least 10 years of clinical project management experience, managing all phases from startup to closure, including vendor management, especially for mid-size and large studies across multiple regions.
• Experience leading multi-center, multinational phase III trials with budget management.
• Experience mentoring project managers and business development activities.
• Dermatology experience is a plus.

Knowledge and skills

• Strong knowledge of GCPs, and applicable FDA and Health Canada regulations.

Our company

Indero is a CRO specializing in dermatology and rheumatology, established in 2000, with a reputation for quality and exceeding client expectations. Based in Montreal, it continues to expand in North America and Europe.

The work environment

We foster a collaborative, innovative, reliable, and responsive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Perks include:

• Permanent full-time position.
• Complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, RRSP, vacation, personal days, virtual medical clinic, transportation rebates, and social activities.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Work location

This position is open to candidates across Spain; it is a home-based role.

Recruitment process

• Initial interview via phone, followed by a second video interview.
• The second interview includes a short presentation requiring advance preparation, which can be developed over several days.

About Indero

Indero is a CRO specializing in dermatology and rheumatology, established in 2000, with a strong reputation for quality. It is committed to equitable treatment and provides accommodations upon request. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Spain.