Clinical Development Project Manager

Baylor Genetics

. Lead execution of Clinical Development projects, ensuring milestones are achieved on time, within scope, and in alignment with clinical and organizational priorities .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex clinical development projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while effectively leading cross-functional teams. Proficient in project planning, risk management, and data analysis to drive successful project outcomes.

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Clinical Development Project ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipRisk Management and MitigationData Pipeline and Analytical Workflow ManagementProject Management Certification (PMP or Equivalent)

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk Register ManagementData AnalysisGenomic AnalysisValidation ComplianceTechnical Dependency ManagementLaboratory Informatics PlatformsTimeline Adherence MonitoringProcess RigorRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification (PMP or Equivalent)

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesGeneticsMolecular BiologyClinical ResearchHealthcare AdministrationBiotechnologyDiagnosticsClinical Lab OperationsData GovernanceOperational Excellence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead execution of Clinical Development projects, ensuring milestones are achieved on time, within scope, and in alignment with clinical and organizational priorities
Develop and manage detailed project plans, dependency maps, and risk registers
Proactively mitigate delivery, data, and validation risks across dry lab workflows
Coordinate cross-functional teams across bioinformatics, software engineering, clinical operations, and product
Drive execution, resolve blockers, and ensure accountability for deliverables
Translate complex analytical and computational requirements into clear, executable project deliverables
Support scalable and compliant genomic analysis and reporting
Monitor and analyze project performance metrics, including timeline adherence, risk trends, and validation readiness
Report project status, risks, and outcomes to program leadership through clear, data-driven updates and summaries
Support documentation, audits, and validation activities to ensure regulatory, quality, and data-governance compliance
Perform other duties as assigned to support team and organizational objectives
Comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Clinical Research, or related field
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in clinical lab operation, development and research, diagnostics, biotechnology, healthcare, or related fields
At least 2 years managing cross-functional projects with accountability for timelines and deliverables
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technically complex projects simultaneously
Extensive experience managing cross-functional teams, including bioinformatics scientists, software engineers, analysts, and clinical stakeholders
Proven experience working with data pipelines, analytical workflows, or laboratory informatics platforms
Strong understanding of technical dependencies, system integrations, and validation considerations in regulated environments
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Effective interpersonal, negotiation, and technical meeting facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through ambiguity, evolving technical requirements, and data-driven decision-making
Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including highly technical and non-technical audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate technical and delivery risks
Strong attention to detail, data accuracy, and process rigor
Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Master’s degree in life science, or a related field (preferred)
Project management certifications (PMP or equivalent) (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

May require occasional travel to conferences, partner sites, healthcare institutions, or company meetings