Clinical Project Manager Job in Ellicott City, Maryland US
ICON is a global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. We specialize in the strategic development, management and analysis of programs that support Clinical Development - from compound selection to Phase I-IV clinical studies. In a highly fragmented industry, we are one of a small group of organizations with the capability and expertise to conduct clinical trials and development projects on either a local or global basis. We have the operational flexibility to provide development services on a stand-alone basis or as part of an integrated "full service" solution.
This position will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. This position can be located in Hanover, MD, San Antonio, TX, Omaha, NE or be home based anywhere in the USA..
Role Responsibility
- Provide project management leadership to cross-functional teams by integrating, facilitating, coordinating, and managing all activities related to the initiation, planning, executing, monitoring and closeout of assigned projects
- Responsible for managing projects to ensure integration, coordination and consistency of processes throughout project life-cycle.
- To coordinate and manage the activities of individual projects and team members in a manner that ensures all budgetary requirements, study timeframes and targets are met.
- Manage portfolio consisting of manly multi-service singlecenter projects.
- Oversee clinical monitoring from site qualification to site closure
- Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope
- travel approximatle 35% domestic and international
Experience Qualification
- Minimum BA/BS in the life sciences, nursing, or local equivalent.
- A minimum of 3 years of field monitoring experience or relevant clinical experience.
- At least 1-2 years experience in the administration of Clinical Trials in a CRO environment or equivalent and/or 1-2 years project management training and comprehensive understanding of project management principles and applications.
- Thorough knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations for the conduct of clinical trials.
- Ability to co-ordinate all aspects of study and project management.
- Have the potential to successfully manage project team(s). Strong customer service and presentation skills required.
- Attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and advanced computer and computer application skills (Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tool).
- Due to the nature of this position it may be required for the employee to travel. Therefore, dependent on the employee's location, the employee may be required to possess a valid Drivers license.
Come to ICON and be an important part of a well respected and growing company that believes the details of your career are every bit as critical as the work you do. You'll enjoy highly competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life and ADD Insurance, 401K Plan with matching contributions, a generous program of Vacation, Holidays and Personal Time Off and more.
ICON is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.