Senior Project Manager – CNS, Central/Eastern Europe

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver Phase I-IV clinical trials from start-up through closeout .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Serbia, Poland, Croatia, Romania, Czechia, Hungary, Bulgaria, GeorgiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cross-functional project teams to successfully deliver clinical trials while managing project budgets, timelines, and quality standards. Proficient in stakeholder management and fostering collaboration across diverse teams in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Clinical Project ManagementCNS Clinical ResearchProject Management PrinciplesICH GuidelinesGood Clinical Practice (GCP)

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk ManagementBudget ManagementClinical Research StandardsOperational Efficiency

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationStakeholder ManagementTeamworkConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Project Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Life ScienceCertification in Allied Health Profession

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsPharmaceutical IndustryCRO IndustryRegulatory RequirementsGlobal Project Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver Phase I-IV clinical trials from start-up through closeout
Drive project planning, execution, tracking, and risk management against timeline, quality, and budget objectives
Coordinate internal teams, external partners, and subcontractors
Serve as the primary client contact and build trusted relationships
Manage project resources, identify potential gaps, and develop contingency plans
Monitor project financial performance and contribute to assigned revenue and budget targets
Facilitate collaboration, resolve conflicts, and promote teamwork across global project teams
Ensure deliverables meet contractual requirements, client expectations, clinical research standards, and SOPs
Drive process improvements enhancing operational efficiency and quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

University or college degree in a life science discipline preferred, or certification in a related allied health profession, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 7 years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience, including demonstrated clinical project management experience; alternatively, significant healthcare supervisory experience combined with clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry
Proven experience leading multidisciplinary, cross-functional project teams
Experience managing CNS clinical research projects
Strong understanding of project management principles, including scope, timelines, quality, resources, and cost management
Experience developing and managing project budgets
Thorough knowledge of ICH Guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and international regulatory requirements governing clinical development programs
Experience using project management software
Fluent in English, both written and verbal, and fluent in the local office language
Valid passport and driver's license required
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity 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