Senior Clinical Project Manager

-; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research organization seeks a Senior Project Manager to provide end-to-end oversight for clinical trials primarily in oncology. The ideal candidate should have 5 to 7 years of industry experience and strong Project Management skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets, timelines, and client communication in a collaborative environment that supports work-life balance.

Benefits

Supportive hiring practices

Opportunities for growth

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years industry experience, with at least 4 years in Project Management.
• Experience managing studies within Oncology.
• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of clinical projects across global trials.
• Lead projects in accordance with budget and scope.
• Serve as primary point of contact with the client.

Skills

Oncology experience

Project Management

GCP/ICH guidelines

MS Office

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or related life science qualification

Tools

CTMS

eTMF

EDC

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Role Overview

Precision for Medicine (CRO) is hiring a (Senior) Project Manager with oncology experience, responsible for full‑service clinical trial oversight within a global CRO environment.

In this pivotal role you will provide end‑to‑end oversight for clinical projects across global/regional (Phase I–IV) trials within oncology (or rare diseases or CNS), ensuring delivery of scope, budget, and quality objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide end‑to‑end oversight of clinical projects across global/regional trials (Phase I‑IV) within oncology, rare diseases or CNS.
• Lead projects in accordance with study budget and scope of work, ensuring deliverables, timelines, quality and cost targets are met.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the client, delivering excellent customer service and participating in proposal activities and client presentations.
• Liaise with project team and senior management, including C‑level stakeholders, to coordinate cross‑functional activities.
• Handle and lead all aspects of a clinical research trial, coordinating data management, safety, clinical operations, medical monitoring, biostatistics, and related functions.
• Prepare project status updates for clients and management, identifying key deliverables and escalation paths.
• Serve as an active member of the project team, contributing to efficient management and execution of trials.
• Prepare and review protocols and other study documentation such as project plans, informed consents, site contracts and budgets.
• Oversee study stages including proposal strategy, development, costing, bid defence and full‑cycle completion; manage client relationship, project team and budget throughout.

Qualifications

• Degree or related life science qualification, or equivalent education and experience.
• Previous experience in a full‑service global Project Management role working in the CRO industry.
• 5 to 7 years industry experience and at least 4 years full‑service Project Management experience in a clinical trial setting.
• Experience managing studies within Oncology.
• Working understanding of GCP/ICH guidelines and the clinical development process.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including overnight stays.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proven computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, PowerPoint) and software experience (CTMS, eTMF, EDC, IXRS).
• Proven ability to develop positive working relationships with internal and external teams.
• Demonstrated core understanding of medical terminology and clinical trial activities related to a clinical development plan.

Benefits & Culture

We offer a high‑energy, collaborative environment, supportive hiring practices, and opportunities for growth. Precision for Medicine partners with clients to develop ground‑breaking oncology therapies.

We are a people‑focused CRO that promotes work‑life balance and encourages team development.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Disability Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, you may contact Precision Medicine Group at [e-mail].