Project Leadership - Partnership - Clinical Trials - Home-Based

ATLAS MEDICAL SERVICES LTD. STI.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Work/Life Balance

401(k) with Company match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Parexel is seeking experienced Project Leaders to drive global clinical trials within our Partnership Division. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure patient‑focused execution across therapeutic areas.

Remote-friendly roles with opportunities to collaborate across sites; strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills are required, with 2+ years in Global Clinical Trials preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a clinical or health-related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience leading Global Clinical Trials in Project Management within CRO/biotech/pharma.
• Strong scheduling, resource, and budget coordination skills; regulatory submissions experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to project teams and manage day‑to‑day operations within budget and on-time delivery.
• Aim for operational excellence and high quality to exceed client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross‑functional collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree in clinical/health field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Primary Location: United States, Remote Job ID: R0000047790 Category: Project Leadership Date Posted: 11/06/2026

Overview

As a part of the global Project Leadership group at Parexel, you are responsible for leading cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality and patient‑focused clinical trials and help bring life‑changing treatments to market faster. You collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to identify project requirements, develop project plans, and manage project timelines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for improving patients’ lives.

Success Profile

• Adaptable
• Communicator
• Collaborative
• Leadership
• Proactive
• Problem‑solver

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights‑driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient‑focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere. We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose, moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry‑leading innovation, With Heart®.

About The Role

Parexel’s Partnership Division offers opportunities for seasoned project management professionals with a strong background running global clinical trials in a variety of therapeutics. This group focuses specifically on our large dedicated clients and established partnerships providing all areas of support to accommodate their needs. This is a great opportunity for those in the industry who thrive and enjoy working in the high profile and fast paced client partnerships environment.

Opportunities for Project Leader Levels

Parexel has opportunities at the Project Leader (PM) and Senior Project Leader (SPM) level for candidates with experience leading global studies in a variety of therapeutics including Oncology, Cell and Gene Therapy, Rare Disease and Cardiology.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Candidate Profile / Required Qualifications

Successful candidates possess an undergraduate degree in a clinical or health related field: advanced degree preferred, along with at minimum, 2+ years' 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, flexibility, problem solving capabilities and strategic vision are qualities that propel our Project Leadership team member’s growth. In addition, you need to be detailed‑oriented, computer proficient and possess superior interpersonal and organizational skills.

Benefits And Compensation

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Pet Insurance

For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits (opens in new window).

EEO Disclaimer

Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the United States includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Potential Career Path

• Associate Project Leader
• Project Leader
• Senior Project Leader
• Associate Project Director
• Project Director
• Director, Project Leadership
• Senior Director, Project Leadership

Employee Insights

• Donata about the team culture and career growth
• Helen on the diverse work experience
• Briar on creating work‑life balance

Why Project Leaders work at Parexel

• Patient‑led in everything we do: We lead and drive the success of clinical trials and feel the satisfaction of seeing the positive impact of our work on patients' lives.
• Supportive and inclusive environment: We build a culture where relationship building is a priority for the success of our cross‑functional teams and our client interaction.
• Accountability and growth: We provide Project Leaders with the responsibility and empowerment to turn challenges into achievements and development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements: We offer remote, in‑office and hybrid roles to balance work and personal life depending on your needs.
• Varied project experience: We continuously learn from a broad exposure of small biotech or large pharma clients, different therapeutic areas and innovative trial design.
• Career progression: We offer various career paths, including enhancing your position, moving into management, or developing into other areas of the business.

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