Clinical Project Lead - Strategy, Delivery & Impact

The Emmes Company, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emmes Group in Rockville, MD seeks an Associate Project Leader to drive government research projects, coordinating across Clinical Ops, Biostatistics, and other departments. You will shape project plans, timelines, and budgets while ensuring compliance and quality.

In this role you will mentor staff, manage deliverables, and serve as the client contact, advancing strategic goals and fostering collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a scientific field; required or with preference for advanced degrees.
• Experience in project management within a research environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities; strong problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day execution of government research projects with cross‑functional collaboration.
• Set priorities, maintain timelines, and ensure quality processes are followed.
• Act as primary client/stakeholder contact and address ongoing client needs.
• Develop and approve project plans, budgets, and statements of work as needed.
• Mentor staff and promote integrity, collaboration, and innovation across teams.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific field

Master's Degree in a Scientific field

PhD in a Scientific field

Job description

The Emmes Group in Rockville, MD seeks an Associate Project Leader to drive government research projects, coordinating across Clinical Ops, Biostatistics, and other departments. You will shape project plans, timelines, and budgets while ensuring compliance and quality.

In this role you will mentor staff, manage deliverables, and serve as the client contact, advancing strategic goals and fostering collaboration with stakeholders.