Project Manager – Early Phase Clinical Research

Parexel

. Own the sponsor relationship and serve as the central point of contact and escalation .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical trials, including project financials, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional team leadership. Proficient in risk management and project performance monitoring throughout the study life cycle.

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Project Management ExperienceClinical Trials CoordinationKnowledge of ICH-GCPBudget ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementClinical Trials ManagementBudget ManagementRisk ManagementData CleaningSOP DevelopmentStudy Start-Up ActivitiesContract ReviewRegulatory Authority ApprovalsCTMS Tracking

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipProblem-SolvingTrainingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProject Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical Industry RegulationsSponsor Relationship ManagementAudit PreparationStudy Life Cycle ManagementSite Selection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the sponsor relationship and serve as the central point of contact and escalation
Communicate project progress, risks, and solutions
Lead sponsor and project team meetings
Contribute to pre-award strategy, project management strategies, Bid Defense, and handover meetings
Lead study start-up activities, including site selection, contract and budget review, team and system setup, and IRB/EC and regulatory authority approvals
Direct internal and sponsor kick-off meetings
Lead clinical trials or programs through completion within budget and schedule
Monitor study timelines, recruitment, retention, data cleaning, project performance, and CTMS tracking
Manage project financials, including budgets, revenue recognition, milestone payments, and pass-through invoices
Prepare projects for audits and inspections
Oversee administrative closeout and document archiving
Lead end-of-study lessons learned meetings
Identify risks, develop contingency plans, and mitigate issues throughout the study life cycle
Contribute to SOP development
Provide oversight and training to Associate Project Managers and Project Assistants

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field
2 years of Project Management experience with Parexel or 3 to 5 years of experience in related fields
Early phase experience; site level experience is highly preferred
Experience as a Functional Team Leader or in coordinating clinical trials
Knowledge of ICH-GCP and pharmaceutical industry regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Ability to lead cross-functional Parexel and sponsor teams
Ability to manage priorities, risks, escalations, and solutions across the study life cycle
Experience managing project systems, operational metrics, contracts, budgets, and financial processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Work/Life Balance
401(k) with Company match
Pet Insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Additional benefit offerings in accordance with applicable plans