Sr Director, Project Management, Non-Interventional Clinical Trials Team - Remote in the US

ThermoFisher Scientific; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Project Management to lead a dynamic team in overseeing non-interventional clinical trials. This remote role emphasizes strategic thinking, leadership, and financial acumen to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. You will engage with diverse therapeutic areas, driving innovation and efficiency while fostering employee development. Join a collaborative environment that values integrity and innovation, and make a significant impact on global health outcomes. If you are passionate about advancing clinical research and leading high-performing teams, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in clinical trials management.
• 7+ years of management responsibility in a CRO/Pharma setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff and oversee project delivery in clinical trials.
• Drive innovation and strategic management of client portfolios.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Financial Negotiation

Regulatory Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

This position REQUIRES expertise in management and oversight of Non-Interventional Clinical Trials in a CRO/Pharma setting.

Senior Director Project Mgmt - Oversight

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.

Our Project Delivery colleagues within our PPD clinical research services direct, coordinate and manage the technical and operational aspects of projects, securing the successful completion of clinical trials. This includes collaborating with functional area leads to identify and evaluate fundamental issues on the project and to ensure that solutions are implemented. Project Delivery is vital to helping our customers deliver life-changing therapies.

Through our global team, you may engage in diverse initiatives and projects, or be part of a virtual international project team gaining cross-cultural experience. Therapeutic scopes include: infectious and respiratory diseases, oncology/hematology, neurosciences, cardiovascular and metabolic, general medicine and vaccines.

Discover Impactful Work:

We are seeking a Senior Director, Project Management in our Non-Interventional Oversight Team. This role is for the North America region and is remote based.

This role provides real-world expertise to ensure efficient project delivery, demonstrating the ability to respond swiftly and effectively to escalations. The Director encourages critical thinking in Project Leads, particularly regarding operational execution, financial negotiations, and risk management. Additionally, they lead the development of strategies for proposals and pre-proposal opportunities, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.

A day in the Life:

• Manage staff, including interviewing, selection, professional development, goal setting, performance management, coaching, mentoring, employee counseling, and separations. Approve salary actions, hiring decisions, corrective actions, and terminations. Review and approve time records, expense reports, leave requests, and overtime.
• Accountable for strategic management of client-specific portfolios within a Therapeutic Unit.
• Serve as a senior-level or executive contact.
• Review financial forecasting of Therapeutic Areas.
• Champion organizational changes, offerings, developments, and lead workstreams.
• Navigate situations effectively while empowering Project Leads.
• Drive innovation in project delivery, financial negotiations, and prioritization.
• Contribute to proposal strategies for bid defense.
• Collaborate with Therapeutic Unit Heads on business growth strategies.
• Engage in the Con Mod process as appropriate.
• Support employee development by communicating with People Managers, providing expertise related to client needs, indication, and therapeutic knowledge.

Keys to Success:

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant qualifications.

Experience

• 15+ years of relevant experience.
• 7+ years of management responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to work independently, assess regulatory needs, and produce compliant deliverables.
• Broad understanding of global/regional/national regulatory requirements for clinical trials, including ICH guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, statistics, and guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.

Work Environment

We value health and wellbeing, supporting a balanced environment. Requirements include effective communication, ability to work under pressure, and potential travel.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We share values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement, working together to advance research and support patients.

#StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences are valued.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected statuses.