Project Leadership - Biotech (clinical trials) - Rare Disease

Parexel International Corporation; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Project Management professionals to join their Biotech Division. This role offers the chance to lead global clinical trials across various therapeutic areas, including Oncology and Rare Disease. Successful candidates will manage project teams, ensuring operational excellence and exceeding client expectations. This position values flexibility, creativity, and problem-solving skills, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in clinical research. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes innovation and quality in advancing patient care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading global clinical trials in Project Management.
• Strong background in resource and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to project teams and manage daily operations.
• Ensure on-time delivery within budget and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Clinical Trials

Budget Management

Team Coordination

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in clinical or health-related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Project Scheduling Software

Job description

The Project Leadership function at Parexel is a critical part of driving success for our clients and advancing clinical research projects. As a part of the Global Project Leadership organization, your work has a direct impact on the projects, teams, and clients you work with, while helping deliver projects to the benefit of the patients we serve.

Parexel's Biotech Division offers opportunities for experienced Project Management professionals with a strong background in running global clinical trials across various therapeutics, including Oncology, Rare Disease, and Gene-Cell Therapy. This group specifically supports Biotech clients and addresses their unique needs. This is a great opportunity for industry professionals who value flexibility, creativity, and problem-solving to support this specialized client base.

Parexel currently has Home-Based Biotech Project Leadership roles at all levels to match your experience and career aspirations.

Successful candidates will provide leadership to project teams, manage daily operations, and strive for operational excellence by ensuring on-time delivery within budget and maintaining the highest quality standards, with the aim of exceeding client expectations.

Required qualifications include an undergraduate degree in a clinical or health-related field; an advanced degree is preferred. Candidates should have at least 2+ years of experience leading global clinical trials in Project Management within a CRO (preferred), Biotech, or Pharma company. Experience in project scheduling, resource and budget management, team coordination, and familiarity with the full clinical development process through regulatory submissions are essential. More senior roles such as Senior Project Leader, Associate Project Director, and Project Director require additional years of experience.

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate flexibility, problem-solving skills, strategic vision, attention to detail, computer proficiency, and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Employment is contingent upon disclosure of COVID-19 vaccination status and, if applicable, proof of vaccination.