Project Manager

MS Clinical Research; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Growth opportunities

Diverse clinical projects

Collaborative environment

Impactful healthcare solutions

Job summary

MS Clinical Research (MSCR) invites an experienced Project Manager to plan, manage and oversee multiple clinical studies from initiation through completion. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget and in compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements, coordinating with sponsors and internal teams globally.

This role demands strong organization, communication and leadership to drive study milestones, manage risks and maintain high-quality project documentation across a dynamic CRO

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Clinical Research, Project Management, or related field.
• 36 years of experience in project management or coordination.
• Good understanding of clinical research processes, study workflows, timelines and applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with ICH‑GCP and trial documentation requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise competing requirements.
• Strong organisational, planning and time‑management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with project management tools is an advantage.
• Project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, and manage multiple clinical research projects across various stages of the study lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, trackers, and status reports.
• Serve as a key point of contact for study sponsors and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, risks and deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Data Management, Quality Assurance, and other relevant functions.
• Monitor project progress against timelines, deliverables, budgets and agreed‑upon quality standards.
• Identify potential risks, issues, dependencies and delays and implement appropriate mitigation and corrective actions.
• Lead regular project review meetings, prepare agendas, document decisions and follow up on action items.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation and ensure that records are maintained accurately and in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure projects are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, ICH‑GCP , SOPs and study‑specific requirements.
• Track project performance and provide timely escalation of critical issues to senior management.
• Support resource planning and allocation to ensure projects are adequately staffed and delivered efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes, workflows and overall study execution.
• Prepare and present project status updates, dashboards and performance reports to management and sponsors.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Life Sciences or related

Tools

PMP/PRINCE2

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Project Manager

About MS Clinical Research (MSCR)

MS Clinical Research (MSCR) is a dynamic and forward-thinking clinical research organization dedicated to conducting cutting‑edge clinical trials. We are committed to advancing medical science and contributing to the development of innovative healthcare solutions.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager to plan, manage and oversee multiple clinical research projects from initiation through completion. The role will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within defined timelines, budgets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while effectively coordinating with internal teams, study sponsors, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, and manage multiple clinical research projects across various stages of the study lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, trackers, and status reports.
• Serve as a key point of contact for study sponsors and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, risks and deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Data Management, Quality Assurance, and other relevant functions.
• Monitor project progress against timelines, deliverables, budgets and agreed‑upon quality standards.
• Identify potential risks, issues, dependencies and delays and implement appropriate mitigation and corrective actions.
• Lead regular project review meetings, prepare agendas, document decisions and follow up on action items.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation and ensure that records are maintained accurately and in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure projects are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, ICH‑GCP , SOPs and study‑specific requirements.
• Track project performance and provide timely escalation of critical issues to senior management.
• Support resource planning and allocation to ensure projects are adequately staffed and delivered efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes, workflows and overall study execution.
• Prepare and present project status updates, dashboards and performance reports to management and sponsors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Clinical Research, Project Management, or a related field.
• 36 years of experience in project management or project coordination, preferably within clinical research, CRO, healthcare, or a related industry.
• Good understanding of clinical research processes, study workflows, timelines and applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with ICH‑GCP and clinical trial documentation requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise competing requirements.
• Strong organisational, planning and time‑management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with project management tools is an advantage.
• Project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong project planning and execution skills.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage complex information.
• Ability to identify and manage project risks proactively.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and changing environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to diverse clinical research projects and stakeholders.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to projects that advance clinical research and healthcare solutions.