Clinical Project Manager- Remote

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Clinical Project Manager- REMOTE for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Tucson, AZ.

Remote with the ability to travel as required

Responsibilities:

• Manages multiple clinical testing and lab services projects from initiation through contract completion under supervision of Program Manager.
• May involve collaboration with other Clinical Sciences Program Specialist Senior or Clinical Sciences Program Manager.
• Implements / pulls in best practices within the clinical sciences team; fosters continuous improvement by ensuring knowledge and experience exchange
• Manages meeting activities such as setting agendas, organizing meeting time and editing meeting minutes.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Acts as primary point of contact to Pharma customers.
• Manages execution of cross-functional plans and tracks progress of activities;
• Develops project plans, establish and coordinates timelines for assigned projects and functions;
• Facilitates cross-functional interactions to complete the assigned projects within the deadline and compliance with pharma services plan.
• Oversees and guides day to day activities of sample process flow and accurate reporting of results.
• Tracks, maintains and communicates project reports and clinical study data to clients.
• Performs tactical coordination of timelines for all projects and functions within CDx Pharma Services and:
• Identifies gaps, potential bottlenecks or delays and challenge assumptions.
• Guides and manages cross-functional interactions to complete the assigned projects within the deadline.
• Under general supervision, manages multiple clinical and lab services projects of less complex nature from initiation through contract completion.
• Applies project management skills and experience in delivering projects on time, within budget and with high customer satisfaction.
• Interfaces with resources outside of the company (Contract Research Organizations (CROs), site investigators, client counterparts, etc.) and serves as single point of contact with clients.

Required Skills:

• Familiarity with management of Clinical Trials.
• Previous experience with standard project management process (PMI) desired.
• Displays leadership skills.
• Possesses problem solving skills and ability to coordinate project related activities.
• Experience with clinical projects that require rapid activity/milestone achievement.
• Understanding of Quality and Regulatory processes.
• Ability to apply specialized knowledge and skills in the functional areas, particularly interfacing with laboratory, scientific, and medical staff.
• Strong Written and verbal communication skills and meeting facilitation skills.
• Possesses interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database and email software (e.g., Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Word).
• Knowledge of clinical sample process flow and testing.
• 2 years of project and/or clinical trial coordinator/management experience in a regulated, CRO, diagnostic, and/or pharmaceutical industry with regulated documentation
• Ability to work under time pressure while maintaining high standards of precision and data quality.
• Master's Degree Specific Project Management Training, or Clinical Research training and/or certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a related field
• Ability to manage projects with activity/milestone achievement to complete clinical study testing and data reporting to pharma partners.

Preferred Skills:

• Diagnostic and/or Pharmaceutical industry and relevant diagnostic area knowledge preferred.
• Experience in clinical trial management and knowledge of bio-sample (clinical testing) management and process flow preferred.

SGA is a Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) celebrating over thirty years of service to our national client base for both permanent placement and consulting opportunities. For consulting positions, we offer a variety of benefit options including but not limited to health & dental insurance, paid vacation, timely payment via direct deposit. SGA accepts transfers of H1 sponsorship for most contracting roles. We are unable to sponsor for Right-to-Hire, Fulltime, or Government roles. All parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply for all roles. Only those authorized to work for government entities will be considered for government roles. Please inquire about our referral program if you would like to submit a candidate for any of our open or future job opportunities. SGA is an EEO employer. We encourage Veterans to apply. To view all of our available job postings and/or to learn more about SGA please visit us online at www.sgainc.com.