Associate Project Manager – Oncology

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Coordinate and manage clinical trials from start up through close out activities .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical project management, including coordination of clinical trials, resource management, and financial performance oversight. Proven ability to communicate effectively, negotiate with clients, and deliver innovative project solutions in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Clinical Project ManagementOncology Studies ExperienceFinancial Performance ManagementExcellent Communication SkillsResource Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial CoordinationProject PlanningProject TrackingContingency PlanningTime ManagementProblem-SolvingNegotiation SkillsOrganizational SkillsClient LiaisonMethodical Work Approach

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsInitiativeFlexibilityInnovative Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

University/College Degree in Life ScienceCertification in Allied Health Profession

Industry Keywords

Clinical Pharmaceutical IndustryCROClinical DevelopmentHealth Care SettingBid Defenses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and manage clinical trials from start up through close out activities
Define and manage project resource needs and establish contingency plans for key resources
Ensure successful design, implementation, tracking and revision of project plans for assigned projects
Ensure project deliverables meet customer time, quality and cost expectations
Meet financial performance targets for assigned clinical projects
Serve as a key client contact for assigned projects
Collaborate with scientific and therapeutic leadership across project teams
Provide flexible, innovative, and proactive project solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to chair meetings and participate in bid defenses
Excellent planning and organizational skills with effective time management
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work logically and methodically
Initiative and problem-solving skills
Ability to negotiate and liaise with clients in a professional manner
University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience including demonstrated skills and competency in clinical project management tasks
In lieu of the above requirements, candidates with > three (3) years supervisory experience in a health care setting and two (2) years clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be considered and/or proven ability and demonstration of relevant experience and skill in clinical development
Experience working with Oncology studies is required
Ability to travel when needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law