Project Manager I – Patient Engagement and Co-Design

Syneos Health

. Support strategies for site training, patient enrollment (recruitment and retention), and patient and researcher engagement activities .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient engagement strategies, clinical trial processes, and stakeholder communication, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and collaboration across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clinical Trial DesignPatient Engagement StrategiesStakeholder CommunicationProject ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

ETMF ManagementTimeline CoordinationData ManagementRegulatory ComplianceTraining Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingInfluencing SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsPatient Engagement PlatformsCollaboration Software

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyHealthcareClinical ResearchPatient Recruitment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support strategies for site training, patient enrollment (recruitment and retention), and patient and researcher engagement activities
Partner with program leads and cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives from planning and timeline development through execution and follow-up
Coordinate timelines, facilitate review meetings, and distribute training and educational deliverables
Support internal systems and communications throughout project execution
Maintain platforms and systems supporting patient engagement initiatives
Upload and maintain eTMF records in compliance with applicable requirements
Collaborate to improve standards, processes, tools, and best practices
Communicate with external stakeholders, including clinical trial participants and healthcare professionals
Coordinate activities with external vendors, patients, and healthcare professionals
Provide technical support to integrate engagement processes across functions
Support practical, scalable strategies within clinical programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, healthcare, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or clinical research industry
General understanding of clinical trial or protocol design and its impact on site and participant experience
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results against timelines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated organizational skills and critical thinking abilities
Ability to influence stakeholders and lead toward shared objectives
Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying process improvements and driving operational efficiencies
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment, both in person and virtually
Willingness to travel up to 30-40%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Company car or car allowance
Medical, Dental and Vision health benefits
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Sick time