Job Description
The Clinical Affairs Project Manager (PM) II is responsible for creating and maintaining clinical study timelines, budgets, and resource needs. The PM is responsible for gaining internal and cross-functional alignment on project strategies, meeting project goals, and ensuring that appropriate resources are identified and allocated. The PM ensures the timely development and successful implementation of best practices throughout the clinical project lifecycle.
ResponsibilitiesCreate and maintain clinical study timelines, budgets, and resource needs.Ensure internal and cross-functional alignment on project strategies.Meet project goals and ensure appropriate resource allocation.Develop and implement best practices throughout the clinical project lifecycle.Organize and present key project metrics, progress, risks, and dashboards for Project Reviews.Establish, organize, facilitate, and effectively follow up for internal and cross-functional team meetings.Build and maintain relationships through technical know-how and lead subject matter experts (SMEs) through influence and credibility.Perform under the pressure of multiple competing deadlines while maintaining cooperative and constructive working relationships.Develop and deliver formal communications and presentations.Essential SkillsKnowledge of project management methodologies including scope management, resource management, schedule management, stakeholder management and communication, budget management, and risk management.Experience with clinical trials and medical device projects.Proficient in project management software such as Smartsheet and MS Project.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to build and adjust project timelines, and track project health.Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, One Drive, and Outlook.Additional Skills & QualificationsBS/BA in science, engineering, business administration, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.2+ years of project management experience.Experience working with cross-functional teams and a general knowledge of the clinical trial lifecycle.Ability to organize across multiple initiatives and integrate work streams into an integrated plan.Flexibility to changing requirements.Work Environment
This role offers a remote schedule and requires candidates to work in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone. The PM will help two directors develop project plans for all their studies to keep them on track. The primary project management platform used is Smartsheet, with Microsoft Projects also considered transferable. There are quarterly meetings that require travel out of state.
About Actalent
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