Project Leadership - Biotech (clinical trials) - Vaccine - Home Based

Parexel International Corporation; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in clinical research is seeking Project Management professionals to lead global clinical trials in various therapeutic areas. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a flexible environment and possess a problem-solving mindset. You will be responsible for managing project teams, ensuring operational excellence, and exceeding client expectations. With opportunities for career growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the biotech field while working with diverse clients. If you have a passion for clinical research and strong leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading Global Clinical Trials in Project Management.
• Experience with project scheduling and coordinating team activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to project teams and manage day-to-day operations.
• Achieve operational excellence through on-time delivery and budget management.

Skills

Project Management

Clinical Trials

Resource Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Clinical or Health-related Field

Advanced Degree

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 defined Biotech Division offers opportunities for seasoned Project Management professionals with a strong background running global clinical trials in a variety of therapeutics including Oncology, Vaccine, Rare Disease, Ophthalmology, and Gene-Cell Therapy. This group focuses specifically on Biotech clients and providing all areas of support to accommodate their unique needs. This is a great opportunity for those in the industry who prefer flexibility, creativity, and a problem-solving mindset to successfully support this type of clients.

Parexel currently has Home-Based Biotech Project Leadership opportunities at all levels to fit your experience and career goals.

Individuals selected for these roles will provide leadership to project teams and manage the day-to-day operations while striving to achieve operational excellence through on-time delivery within budget and to the highest quality, with the goal to exceed client expectations.

Successful candidates possess an undergraduate degree in a clinical or health-related field; an advanced degree is preferred, along with at minimum, 2+ years of experience leading Global Clinical Trials in Project Management within a CRO (preferred), Biotech, or Pharma company. These positions also require experience in project scheduling, managing resources and budgets, and coordinating team activities, as well as experience with the full clinical development process through regulatory submissions. Additional years of experience will be required for the more senior roles of Senior Project Leader, Associate Project Director, and Project Director.

To excel in this role, qualities such as flexibility, problem-solving capabilities, and strategic vision are essential for growth within our Project Leadership team. Additionally, you should be detail-oriented, computer proficient, and possess superior interpersonal and organizational skills.

Employment is contingent on disclosure of your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if relevant, proof of vaccination.