Senior Project Manager

System One, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits (medical,

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead oncology clinical trials, coordinating between funders, teams, and external stakeholders. The role involves planning, budgeting, and ensuring timelines are met while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The position offers a hybrid work model (1 day onsite per week, with potential for additional onsite requirements) and a compensation of about $150,000, depending on experience. 40-hour work week with direct hire status.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of healthcare experience focused on oncology clinical trial management or data management services.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry, CRO, or multisite trial environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and related project management systems.
• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree and SOCRA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, execution, and close-out of oncology clinical trials on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate between funders, project teams, and external stakeholders for communication and alignment.
• Review contracts, protocols, budgets, and CRFs to develop project scopes.
• Supervise cross-functional teams including Medical, Data Management, Regulatory, Monitoring, and Clinical Supplies.
• Oversee detailed project plans and SOPs.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

SOCRA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $150,000 depending on experience
Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote (1 day a week onsite, but occasionally more could be required)
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall planning, execution, and close-out of oncology clinical trials, ensuring all aspects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate between funders, project teams, and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and project alignment.
• Review contract documents, protocols, budgets, and Case Report Forms (CRFs) to develop project scopes.
• Supervise development of cross-functional project teams including Medical, Data Management, Regulatory, Monitoring, and Clinical Supplies departments.
• Oversee the creation and implementation of detailed project plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide guidance on issue resolution, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
• Monitor project budgets and resource allocations, maintaining compliance and reporting to management and fiscal personnel.
• Ensure clinical trial practices meet federal regulations, report data accurately, and address queries promptly.
• Distribute protocol amendments, updates to the Investigator's Brochure, and communicate significant adverse effects or risks to all participating sites.
• Mentor and train junior staff, including Project Managers, Associate Project Managers, and CRAs.
• Maintain positive communication with funders' representatives and attend relevant meetings with sponsors and organizational staff.
• Provide regular status updates to sponsors and senior leadership, flagging any issues affecting patient safety or project timelines.
• Assist in preparing proposals for new contracts, including resource planning for project management and monitoring.

Requirements

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in healthcare, with a focus on oncology clinical trial management and/or data management services.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical industry, CRO, or multisite trial environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and related project management systems.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; Master's degree and SOCRA certification preferred.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.