(Senior) Clinical Project Manager, IQVIA Biotech

IQVIA LLC; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Biotech in the United States is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Project Manager to drive delivery of complex clinical trials from startup through closeout. You will lead global, multi-regional studies, partner with sponsors, and align cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• 7+ years clinical research experience; at least 4 years in project management.
• Strong understanding of ICH‑GCP, regulatory requirements, and global drug development processes.
• Experience managing small to medium, multi-country, and/or multi-regional clinical studies.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and scope changes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of global and multi-regional clinical studies from startup through closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Develop and implement integrated study management plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Drive study delivery while optimizing timelines, quality, and budget performance.
• Provide strategic leadership for project teams, setting objectives and ensuring accountability for key milestones.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, issues, and change requests.
• Monitor project progress and communicate study status, metrics, and key updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, ICH‑GCP guidelines, SOPs, and study‑specific requirements.
• Support business development activities, including proposal development and bid defense presentations.
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, budget management, and scope change management.
• Mentor and support the development of project team members while fostering collaboration across functions and regions.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and promoting best practices.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Job description

IQVIA Biotech is a full-service CRO purpose-built to serve biotech sponsors. With over 25 years of experience, we offer agile, therapeutically aligned solutions and trusted partnerships that help bring breakthrough treatments to patients faster.

IQVIA is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Project Manager or Clinical Project Manager to drive the successful delivery of clinical trials that help bring innovative therapies to patients faster.

This role is designed for established project leaders who can combine operational excellence, strategic thinking, and strong client partnership skills to lead complex clinical studies from start‑up through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of global and multi-regional clinical studies from startup through closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Develop and implement integrated study management plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Drive study delivery while optimizing timelines, quality, and budget performance.
• Provide strategic leadership for project teams, setting objectives and ensuring accountability for key milestones.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, issues, and change requests.
• Monitor project progress and communicate study status, metrics, and key updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, ICH‑GCP guidelines, SOPs, and study‑specific requirements.
• Support business development activities, including proposal development and bid defense presentations.
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, budget management, and scope change management.
• Mentor and support the development of project team members while fostering collaboration across functions and regions.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and promoting best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of clinical research experience, including at least 4 years of clinical project management experience.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial conduct, ICH‑GCP, regulatory requirements, and global drug development processes.
• Experience managing small to medium, full-service, multi-country, and/or multi-regional clinical studies.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and scope changes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.

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 at https://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.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $68,400.00 - $232,800.00. 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.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments.

Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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