Remote Director, Clinical Project Management

Fortrea; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(K)

Paid time off

Company bonus

Job summary

Fortrea in Durham, NC seeks a seasoned client lead for complex clinical studies, driving operational delivery across multiple vendors and teams. You will develop risk-management strategies, resolve escalated issues, and provide line management and talent development for project management staff.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, strategic delivery planning, and oversight of TMFs and quality controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences; advanced degree preferred.
• Nine years of relevant clinical research experience in pharma/CRO, including at least six years in full PM responsibility.
• Four years of direct or indirect supervisory experience.
• In lieu of above, other relevant equivalent experience may be considered.
• Preferred therapeutic areas: rare diseases, neonatal and infant pediatric studies.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary client lead for complex studies or programs, coordinating with multiple vendors and sub-CROs.
• Develop risk-management strategies and drive operational delivery to meet timelines and budgets.
• Resolve escalated project issues and support line management and talent development for PM staff.
• Lead project teams to design, implement, and maintain project plans in adherence with SOPs and contracted timelines.
• Oversee TMFs including TMF Index & Plan, audit readiness, and delivery on contract terms.
• Lead quality control and risk assurance activities to meet regulatory and client requirements.
• Foster strong client relationships and contribute to growth through strategic account management.

Skills

Fluent English

Organizational skills

Time management

Judgment

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Continuous improvement

Education

Life sciences degree

Masters preferred

Job description

Fortrea in Durham, NC seeks a seasoned client lead for complex clinical studies, driving operational delivery across multiple vendors and teams. You will develop risk-management strategies, resolve escalated issues, and provide line management and talent development for project management staff.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, strategic delivery planning, and oversight of TMFs and quality controls.