Senior Project Manager - Oncology (U.S., Canada)

Worldwide Clinical Trials Holdings, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex Phase I–IV clinical studies from start-up through close-out. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure performance aligns with client expectations across time, quality, and cost.

Open to candidates based in the United States, this remote role requires travel up to 10% and relies on strong leadership, communication, and regulatory knowledge to drive successful study execution.

Qualifications

• Degree in life sciences or related field; equivalent combination considered.
• 7+ years in clinical pharmaceutical industry with PM skills; or 5+ years supervisory + 6 years CRO/pharma experience.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams and PM processes.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting and cost management.
• Thorough knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP; regulatory understanding.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship-building; able to work across cultures.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) and local office language.

Responsibilities

• Lead core and extended cross-functional project teams with internal and external partners.
• Manage Phase I–IV trials from start-up to close-out within scope, time, quality and cost.
• Develop and maintain project plans, resource strategies, and contingency plans.
• Drive financial performance and budgets toward targets.
• Collaborate with functional leads to resolve issues and make decisions.
• Build strong client relationships as primary project contact.
• Resolve challenges via effective negotiation, prioritization and communication.
• Ensure delivery aligns with clinical research standards and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Cross-cultural

English proficiency

Education

Life sciences degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we're driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to think creatively, take ownership, and deliver meaningful work that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world. With more than 4,000 professionals across the globe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, growth is encouraged, and every contribution makes an impact. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape the future of clinical research. Make an Impact as a Senior Project Manager at Worldwide. Take ownership of complex Phase I–IV clinical trials and lead them from start–up through close–out. As a Senior Project Manager at Worldwide, you’ll be accountable for bringing together the people, plans, and resources needed to deliver successful local, regional, or global studies. You’ll combine clinical project leadership with financial and operational oversight, partnering with cross–functional teams to solve challenges, manage risk, and keep programs aligned with client expectations for time, quality, and cost. As a key client contact, you’ll also build strong relationships with client teams and vendors while creating an environment where multidisciplinary project teams can perform at their best.

Where You'll Work

This is a remote role open to candidates based in United States. You will collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones. Ability to travel 10% is required.

What You'll Do

• Lead core and extended cross–functional project teams, coordinating internal partners, clients, vendors, and subcontractors across assigned clinical trials.
• Manage Phase I–IV clinical trials from start–up through close–out, maintaining accountability for project scope, timelines, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain project plans, resource strategies, and contingency plans to support successful study execution.
• Drive financial performance by managing project budgets and working toward established financial targets.
• Partner with functional leads to evaluate complex project issues, interpret information, make sound business decisions, and implement effective solutions.
• Build strong client relationships as a key project contact, maintaining clear communication and helping ensure client expectations are met.
• Resolve project and team challenges through effective communication, negotiation, prioritization, and conflict management.
• Improve the efficiency and quality of project delivery while ensuring teams operate in accordance with established clinical research standards and SOPs.

What You'll Bring

• A university or college degree, preferably in life sciences, or certification in a related allied health profession such as nursing, medical technology, or laboratory technology; an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and capabilities will also be considered.
• At least 7 years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience, including demonstrated clinical project management skills and competencies; alternatively, more than 5 years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting plus 6 years of clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries.
• Demonstrated success managing or leading multidisciplinary project teams, with thorough knowledge of project management processes and experience using project management software.
• Strong financial acumen, including an understanding of how to develop and manage project budgets, alongside effective negotiation and commercial skills.
• Thorough knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP, including international regulatory requirements for clinical development programs, and broad knowledge of the drug development process.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, prioritization, and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively across cultures.
• Proficiency in English, written and verbal, as well as fluency in the local office language.
• Availability for domestic and international travel, including overnight stays, with a valid current passport and a valid driver’s license.

Discover the Difference

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. Discover the Difference at Worldwide Clinical Trials. Explore additional opportunities on our careers page, visit http://www.worldwide.com/careers, or connect with us on LinkedIn.

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation. The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates): United States of America - $128,500.00 - $254,500.00 The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.

This is who we are. We’re a team of clinicians, scientists, and researchers who want to make healthcare better. We were founded on an unwavering commitment to authentic, personalized attention. And today, as CROs consolidate and the industry changes rapidly, that personalized attention is more important than ever. We all came to this industry for different reasons, from different walks of life. If you ask any one of us why we’re here, you’ll get a different answer. And that’s what makes us special.