Job Description
Responsible for the overall coordination and management of clinical trials from start up through close out activities. Directs the technical and operational aspects of the projects, securing the successful completion of clinical trials. Works with major functional area leads to identify and evaluate fundamental issues on the project, interpret data on complex issues, makes sound business decisions and ensure solutions are implemented. Works to ensure all project deliverables meet the customer’s time/quality/cost expectations. Accountable for ensuring all project deliverables meet the customer/contract expectations, providing accurate hour forecasts, reviewing pass-through costs and ensuring timely invoicing with the support of Project Management Directors and/or Associate Directors while working in collaboration with other functional area leads. May work with Directors and/or Associate Directors, Project Management and Contracts & Proposals Development on the development of new proposals and general capabilities presentations to Customers for new business.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification. Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8+ years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the key principles of cross functional project management (Time, Quality, Cost).
Solid financial acumen.
Applies a range of negotiation techniques to achieve desired outcomes with evidence of commercial
and organizational acumen.
Can effectively plan and deliver a dynamic and persuasive presentation, using effective graphics,
overheads or slides.
Displays effective communication skills (listening, oral, written) and can communicate in English
language (oral, written).
Sound interpersonal skills, is flexible and adapts to changing situations.
Has the ability to persuade, convince, and influence or impress others.
Is organized, proficient at multi-tasking with good attention to detail.
Able to lead, motivate and coordinate teams. Coach/mentor team members as appropriate.
Able to delegate, effectively prioritizes own and workload of project team members.
Ability to effectively use automated systems and computerized applications such as Outlook, Excel,
Word, etc.
Possesses cross cultural awareness and is able to adapt appropriately.
Has an in-depth understanding and appreciation of clinical research/development, including
medical and therapeutic areas, phases and medical terminology.
Has experience with leading, liaising and coordinating cross-functional project teams.
Has an in-depth knowledge/understanding of clinical development guidelines and directive
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