Director Project Management - Rare Disease & Pediatrics
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JobgetherClinical Research
NetherlandsFull-TimeDirector
SalaryBase salary range of €74,600–€112,860 gross per year for the Italian market, with the applicable range varying according to country of residence and working arrangement.
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Job Details
- Languages
- English
- Experience
- At least 9 years of relevant clinical research experience, including at least 6 years with full project management responsibility and at least 4 years of management experience.
- Required Skills
- Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentPeople ManagementRisk Management
Requirements
- University or college degree in life sciences or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
- At least 9 years of relevant clinical research experience within a pharmaceutical company, CRO, or comparable environment.
- At least 6 years of experience with full project management responsibility.
- At least 4 years of direct or indirect supervisory or people-management experience.
- Extensive knowledge of the clinical development lifecycle and ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Demonstrated expertise managing complex clinical programs involving multiple stakeholders, vendors, and external partners.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Experience in rare disease clinical research is strongly preferred, particularly experience with neonatal and infant pediatric studies.
- PMP certification or clinical research certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary client contact for complex clinical studies and programs, managing operational delivery across multiple vendors, sub-CROs, and project teams.
- Develop and execute strategies to identify, mitigate, and manage operational risks while improving project execution and organizational effectiveness.
- Lead project teams through the design, implementation, tracking, and maintenance of project plans in accordance with professional standards, SOPs, contracted timelines, and budgets.
- Oversee the resolution of escalated project issues and provide sound direction in complex or ambiguous situations.
- Ensure Trial Master Files (TMFs) remain audit-ready and are delivered according to agreed timelines.
- Build strong client relationships through proactive communication, collaboration, and consistent delivery.
- Provide line management and talent development for project management staff, including attracting, selecting, onboarding, developing, and retaining high-performing professionals.
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