Project Manager-Clinical Development

Contract Project Manager Position

Overview: We are seeking a Project Manager with at least five years of pharmaceutical industry experience. A strong background in project management is highly desired, particularly in clinical development. Proficiency in MS Project is required. The Project Manager will support the R&D Integration and Program Management department, collaborating closely with product leads, program managers, department leads, and cross-functional team representatives to develop and execute strategic and operational project plans to meet key program goals.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Facilitate the development and execution of project plans.

  
  
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  Manage, schedule, and facilitate project meetings.

  
  
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  Handle project and team correspondence, including agenda plans, meeting minutes, project schedules, and action/decision logs, ensuring all materials are current, properly circulated, and stored.

  
  
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  Oversee projects and promptly address issues or delays by communicating with the project manager and team members.

  
  
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  Monitor progress and manage emerging risks, gaps, or opportunities for improvement in collaboration with team leads and/or program managers.

  
  
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  Provide project leadership to the product team and key sub-teams across research and development, ensuring clear and open communication.

  
  
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  Collaborate with functional and project leads to identify, define, and communicate project requirements, scope, and objectives.

  
  
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  Support forecasting and budget activities in collaboration with key stakeholders.

  
  
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  Manage assignments and prioritize work to meet department deadlines.

  
  
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  Maintain a strong focus on teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and multitasking.

  
  
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  Ensure excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and attention to detail while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

  
  

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

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  BS or MS in a scientific or engineering discipline with at least five years of relevant industry experience (strongly preferred).

  
  
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  Expert knowledge of MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

  
  
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  Experience working with project management platforms such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Planview.

  
  
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  Strong verbal/written communication, time/resource management, attention to detail, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

  
  

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