Project Manager (Operations) 1 YR CONTRACT

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Edge Personnel Services Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a qualified leader to head clinical study projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quality research outcomes. The role requires line management experience and hands-on operational excellence.

You will closely liaise with CRU and sponsors, oversee regulatory compliance, study design input, and milestone planning, while mentoring team members and driving process improvements across clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in science or health-related field.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience with project management and/or operational management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and study execution to deliver clinical studies on time and within scope
• Serve as the primary liaison between CRU and Sponsor cross-functional study teams to ensure clear communication and alignment
• Drive integration of CRU cross-functional activities to meet study requirements and milestones
• Provide expert guidance on CRU operational processes, local IRB, and regulatory requirements to internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute input on study design and operational planning to optimize protocol implementation
• Collaborate with sponsor and site teams to ensure consistent and compliant IRB responses
• Partner with Scheduler and protocol leads to develop realistic project milestones and deliverables
• Lead and participate in protocol review and study execution meetings to resolve emerging issues promptly
• Maintain and update a database of clinical operational information relevant to the CRU
• Collect and communicate accurate CRU metrics to support study monitoring and decision-making
• Influence study teams to document key decisions, actions, and meeting minutes thoroughly
• Identify and share process improvements and learning opportunities to enhance study execution effectiveness
• Lead or participate in post-study lessons learned sessions to communicate strengths and areas for improvement
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to influence result-oriented actions across teams
• Supervise, coach, and manage team members to achieve clinical research unit objectives aligned with company priorities
• Manage team performance through regular reviews and development plans

Skills

Line management

Cross-functional coordination

Clinical study management

Regulatory understanding

Communication across time zones

Education

Degree in science or health-related field

Job description

Company Overview

Business Edge was established in 1991 and is a leading HR & Recruitment company in Singapore. We focus on matching job seekers with ideal roles, emphasizing excellent service and career growth opportunities.

Job Summary

Lead and manage clinical study projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth study execution, and providing operational expertise to deliver high-quality clinical research outcomes.***MUST HAVES: Line management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management and study execution to deliver clinical studies on time and within scope
• Serve as the primary liaison between Clinical Research Unit (CRU) and Sponsor cross-functional study teams to ensure clear communication and alignment
• Drive integration of CRU cross-functional activities to meet study requirements and milestones
• Provide expert guidance on CRU operational processes, local IRB, and regulatory requirements to internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute input on study design and operational planning to optimize protocol implementation
• Collaborate with sponsor and site teams to ensure consistent and compliant IRB responses
• Partner with Scheduler and protocol leads to develop realistic project milestones and deliverables
• Lead and participate in protocol review and study execution meetings to resolve emerging issues promptly
• Maintain and update a database of clinical operational information relevant to the CRU
• Collect and communicate accurate CRU metrics to support study monitoring and decision-making
• Influence study teams to document key decisions, actions, and meeting minutes thoroughly
• Identify and share process improvements and learning opportunities to enhance study execution effectiveness
• Lead or participate in post-study lessons learned sessions to communicate strengths and areas for improvement
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to influence result-oriented actions across teams
• Supervise, coach, and manage team members to achieve clinical research unit objectives aligned with company priorities
• Manage team performance through regular reviews and development plans

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree in science or health-related field
• Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience with project management and/or operational management responsibilities

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience in early phase clinical research
• Ability to communicate and influence cross-culturally and across time zones
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities
• Understanding of clinical trial processes and coordination across multiple functional teams
• Ability to influence business decisions

Other Information

• Occasional travel (1-2 times per year) to the USA may be required
• Occasional out-of-office hour conference calls and meetings may be required

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