(Senior) Clinical Project Manager

About the Opportunity

A leading global Contract Research Organisation (CRO) is expanding its Clinical Operations team following significant growth and continued project wins across the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.

We are seeking experienced Clinical Project Managers and Senior Clinical Project Managers who are passionate about clinical research and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to manage innovative clinical studies while working with emerging and established life sciences organisations developing new therapies for patients worldwide.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely within Australia, alongside a collaborative and experienced team of clinical research professionals.

The Role

As a Clinical Project Manager or Senior Clinical Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of clinical trials from study start-up through to close-out.

Acting as the primary point of contact for sponsors, investigative sites, and internal stakeholders, you will ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.

The position offers significant client interaction, project ownership, and the opportunity to influence study outcomes across a variety of therapeutic areas and development phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of clinical trials from initiation through study close-out.
• Serve as the primary contact for sponsors, sites, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and study deliverables.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure studies are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and company procedures.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to sponsors and senior leadership.
• Support business growth through strong client relationship management and service delivery.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives and operational excellence.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience managing clinical trials within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical research, or site environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related discipline.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial conduct, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Experience in early-phase clinical research and/or healthy volunteer studies is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

What’s on Offer

• Fully remote working arrangements within Australia.
• Exposure to innovative clinical research projects across diverse therapeutic areas.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge biotechnology and pharmaceutical organisations.
• Strong career development and progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Supportive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• High level of project ownership and client engagement.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Flexible working environment supported by modern technology and systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us(opens in new tab) directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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