Senior Project Director - Ophthalmology

TFS HealthScience; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global Contract Research Organization is seeking a Senior Project Director specializing in ophthalmology. This role involves strategic leadership for clinical trials, oversight of project managers, and fostering client relationships. Suitable candidates will have extensive experience in clinical research and project management, with a strong emphasis on operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in clinical research, including project leadership.
• Thorough understanding of the clinical drug development lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects ensuring operational and financial deliverables are met.
• Lead cross-functional teams for successful project execution.
• Act as primary client contact ensuring satisfaction and communication.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Clinical Research

Interpersonal Communication

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Job description

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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 Director within our dedicated Ophthalmology team.

About this role

As part of our Global Ophthalmology Project Management team you will working alongside passionate and innovative professionals to ensure our customers achieve their goals.

The Senior Director Project Management is responsible for for providing oversight to Project Managers in the day to day management activities of their projects, ensuring management support in meeting operational and financial deliverables according to customer requirements and contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providestrategic leadership and oversight for global or regional ophthalmologyclinical trials across all phases.
• Actas the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication,satisfaction, and long-term partnership.
• Leadcross-functional project teams to ensure high-quality execution, on-timedelivery, and budget adherence.
• Overseeproject timelines, risk mitigation plans, and issue resolution across multiplestudies or programs.
• Maintainin-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and therapeuticdevelopments in ophthalmology.
• Guideand mentor project managers and clinical operations staff to support theirgrowth and project success.
• Monitorand manage project budgets, financial forecasts, and change orders to ensurefinancial targets are met.
• Participatein bid defense meetings, proposal development, and strategic planning tosupport business development.
• Ensureaudit readiness and compliance with internal quality standards and externalregulatory expectations.
• Collaboratewith medical, regulatory, data management, and biostatistics teams to optimizeproject outcomes.

Qualifications

You will be an experienced clinical research professional with a strong background in ophthalmology. The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• A proven track record of successfully managing ophthalmology clinical trials across multiple phases is essential.
• A strong commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for business growth and strengthen client relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in clinical research, including significant experience in project or program leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP, global regulatory requirements, and compliance standards in clinical research.
• Thorough understanding of the clinical drug development lifecycle and operational challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive delivery to quality, timelines, and budget targets.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across internal teams and with external clients.
• Experience supporting or contributing to bid defence meetings, proposals, andstrategic planning.

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

A Bit More About Us

Our journey began over 27 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 800 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 40 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 fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Together we make a difference.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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