Clinical Project Manager

Syneos Health

. Manage interdisciplinary clinical research studies as a project manager .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing interdisciplinary clinical research studies while ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to lead project teams, manage financial performance, and develop strong client relationships.

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Project ManagementGood Clinical Practice (GCP)Clinical Research Organization (CRO) ExperienceRegulatory ComplianceTherapeutic Area Expertise

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Hard Skills

Project Financial ManagementRisk Mitigation StrategiesStudy Information ManagementContingency PlanningQuality Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

DatabasesProject Management Software

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchInterdisciplinary StudiesStudy ConductInspection-ReadinessBid Defense Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage interdisciplinary clinical research studies as a project manager
Ensure compliance with GCP, relevant SOPs, and regulatory requirements
Act as the primary liaison between Syneos Health and customers throughout study launch, conduct, and closeout
Lead project teams to ensure quality, timelines, and budget management
Manage project financial performance
Coordinate study conduct partners, deliverables, issues, and risk mitigation
Maintain quality and completeness of the TMF
Maintain study information in databases and systems
Manage study inspection-readiness activities
Oversee development and implementation of project plans
Plan, coordinate, and present internal and external meetings
Prepare project management reports for clients and management
Develop contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies
Develop client relationships to generate future and add-on business
Participate in bid defense meetings when applicable
Potentially line manage project management team members and clinical monitoring staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) level of qualification in life sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience
Clinical research organization (CRO) and relevant therapeutic experience preferred
Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
Strong organizational skills
Strong ability to manage time and work independently
Direct therapeutic area expertise
Ability to embrace new technologies
Excellent written and spoken communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 25%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition
Total rewards program
Total Self culture supporting authenticity, diversity, and belonging
Reasonable accommodations for employees or applicants, when appropriate