Associate Director, Clinical Project Management

IQVIA; Lake Hiawatha (NJ); Remote; USD 82,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an Associate Director in Clinical Project Management to oversee crucial clinical studies, ensuring they meet high standards of performance and compliance. The role demands strong project management skills alongside significant clinical research experience. As a key player, you'll collaborate with both internal teams and external clients to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10 years clinical research experience.
• 5-7 years global project management experience.
• In-depth therapeutic knowledge in fields such as Oncology or Internal Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the operational elements and execution of studies.
• Lead bid defense presentations and develop study management plans.
• Ensure project financial success and manage risks.

Skills

project management

clinical research

stakeholder management

risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

*Home-based position

Our Associate Directors in Clinical Project Management manage and support the operational elements and execution of studies and/or programs to ensure delivery; time and quality resulting in strong financial performance and customer satisfaction and in accordance with SOPs; policies and practices from pre-award to close-out. In addition you will work with study( ies )/program(s) teams to focus on leveraging deep therapeutic expertise and IQVIA solutions to drive operational excellence and strategic leadership with our customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in bid defense preparations. Lead bid defense presentations in partnership with Business Development for large sized , multiple and full service, multiple country and/or multi regional studies. Understand project strategy and operationalize the agreed upon approach

• Develop and/or support on the preparation of integrated study management plans in collaboration with the core project team

• Accountable for the strategic development and execution or delivery of clinical studies in line with agreed upon contracts while optimizing speed, quality and cost of delivery, ensuring consistent use of study tools and training materials and compliance with system updates, standard processes, policies and procedures

• Serve as primary project oversight and/or contact with customers and own relationship with the project’s key customer contact(s), communicate/collaborate with IQVIA business development representatives as necessary

• Set objectives for the core project team according to agreed upon contract, strategy and approach, effectively communicate and assess performance, providing feedback and leadership

• Collaborate with other functional groups within the company where necessary to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles

• Monitor progress against contract and prepare/present project information proactively to all stakeholders internally and externally

• Supervise problem solving and resolution efforts to include management of risk, contingencies and issues. Take accountability for proactive contingency plans to mitigate risks

• Coach and/or mentor junior team members around project delivery, planning, project review, risk management and problem solving to ensure global alignment of work practices across the team

• Achieve project quality by identifying and proactively managing quality risks and issues, responding to issues raised by project team members and planning/implementing appropriate corrective and preventative action plans.

• May participate in executive committees as part of program leadership.

• Ensure the financial success of the project including optimal management and assignment of resources to achieve project goals and profitability.

• Forecast and identify opportunities to accelerate activities to bring milestones and revenue forward, implement appropriate actions to achieve .;

• Identify changes in scope and manage change control process, including securing customer agreement to financial and milestone updates as necessary.

• Identify and communicate lessons learned and best practices to promote continuous improvement.

• Adopt corporate initiatives and changes, and serve as a change advocate when necessary.

• Provide input to line managers on their project team members’ performance relative to project tasks. Support staff development. Mentor less experienced project team members on assigned projects to support their professional development.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field with 10 years clinical research experience and 5-7 years global project management experience

• In-depth therapeutic knowledge in one o f our key therapeutic areas including : Internal Medicine, Central Nervous System, Immunology Women’s Heath & Gastroenterology , Cardiovascular Renal Metabolic, Early Clinical Development or Oncology

• May require travel

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more athttps://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $82,400.00 - $228,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.