Executive Director, Clinical Trial Project Management

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages starting at 20+ days

Company-sponsored employee appreciation events

Employee health and wellness initiatives

Structured career paths with professional growth opportunities

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Job summary

Medpace, a leading CRO for Biotech companies, is seeking an Executive Director for Clinical Trial Management. This position offers remote flexibility and involves overseeing clinical trial operations, project management, and team leadership, contributing directly to global health advancements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, ideally a Master's or PhD.
• Experience in leading international CRO Project Management teams.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate staff, and execute strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of clinical trial projects.
• Serve as primary contact for operational project issues.
• Develop operational project plans and oversee team deliverables.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences/medical field

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

Medpace is the leading CRO for Biotech companies that has continued its growth year-over-year. We are currently seeking an Executive Director, Clinical Trial Management. We provide remote flexibility with relevant experience. We offer a very competitive salary/bonus program, plus equity grants which have become very lucrative for our associates.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide accountability for day-to-day operations of the project, as defined by the contract and according to ICH/GCP and all other applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Serve as primary Sponsor contact for operational project-specific issues and study deliverables
• Maintain in depth knowledge of protocol, therapeutic area, and indication
• Provide cross-functional oversight of internal project team members and deliverables, which includes ensuring all necessary project-specific training is provided
• Review and provide input for study protocol, edit check specifications, data analysis plan, and final study report, when applicable
• Develop operational project plans
• Manage risk assessment and execution
• Responsible for management of study vendor
• Manage site quality, including direct supervision of project Clinical Research Associates and monitoring deliverables

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelors degree, but preferrably a Masters or PhD in life sciences/medical field;
• Experience in successfully leading international CRO Project Management or Clinical Trial Management teams; and
• Previous experience and proven ability to lead and motivate staff, think strategically, and execute organizational strategy

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

• Cincinnati Campus Overview
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.