Senior Director, Global Clinical Project Management - Oncology

SystImmune; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health coverage

STD/LTD benefits

401(k) with company match

Vesting after 5 years

15 days PTO

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

SystImmune is seeking a Senior Global Director, Clinical Project Management to oversee global clinical trials from initiation to completion. The role ensures regulatory compliance, manages timelines and budgets, and fosters collaboration among investigators, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

The position emphasizes leadership of regional CPMs, CRAs, and CTAs, while maintaining high-quality data and trial integrity. Based in Princeton, NJ with hybrid work expectations and ~25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Clinical Trial Management with demonstrated people leadership.
• Strong experience with early-phase studies; late-phase experience is a plus.
• Solid understanding of GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and execution of global clinical trials from initiation to completion.
• Develop and implement study protocols, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage site selection, initiation, monitoring, and closeout activities.
• Ensure compliance with GCP and regulatory guidelines across trials.
• Coordinate with investigators, vendors, and regulatory bodies to drive study success.
• Monitor data collection for accuracy and integrity; manage risk and issues.

Job description

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). SystImmune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials, SystImmune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discovery or IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Global Director, Clinical Project Management (CPM) to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate global clinical trials from initiation through to completion. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, managing study timelines and budgets, and fostering effective communication among stakeholders. The Senior Global Director, Clinical Project Management, will play a critical role in delivering high-quality data and ensuring the success of clinical studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and execution of global clinical trials
• Develop and implement study protocols, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage all aspects of clinical trial operations, including site selection, initiation, monitoring, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including investigators, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor trial progress and manage data collection to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Oversee a team of regional CPMs, CRAs and CTAs.
• Ensure the preparation and submission of regulatory documents are compliant with local regulatory standards and maintained per good clinical practice.
• Conduct regular meetings with study teams and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners involved in the trial
• Support development of key process initiatives and SOPs internally
• Oversee vendors supporting trial execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Clinical Trial Management, including demonstrated people leadership and direct line management experience.
• Strong experience working on early phase studies required, late phase studies experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and workload

Location/Travel

• Princeton NJ hybrid, 3 days in office
• Overnight travel ~25%

The expected base salary range for this position is $220,000 - $280,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills.

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded biotech company with a bright future. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success. 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision, also STD, LTD, a 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years, 15 PTO days per year, sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays and MORE. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success. SystImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse talent and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.