Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Responsible for the management and delivery of large and/or complex studies or programs of studies. Serve as primary project/program/portfolio contact with customer and own r KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the management and delivery of large and/or complex studies or programs of studies. Serve as primary project/program/portfolio contact with customer and own relationship with key customer contact(s). Drive consistency and ensure financial success Collaborate with other functional groups within the company where necessary to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles Contribute to the development of the project delivery strategy for Request for Proposals (RFPs). Participate in bid defense preparations and lead presentations in partnership with business development for large, complex, multi-service, multi-region studies or programs Direct the execution of clinical studies while optimizing speed, quality and cost of delivery and ensuring consistent use of study tools and training materials and compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures Set objectives for the core project team according to agreed upon contract, strategy and approach, effectively communicate and assess performance Proactively manage strategic risk (positive and negative) and contingencies and lead problem solving and resolution efforts. Forecast and identify opportunities to accelerate activities to bring revenue forward Provide input to line managers of their project team members' performance and support staff development including mentoring less experienced project team members REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field 8-10 years of prior experience, including substantial global project management experience Professional project management qualification (for example APM Chartered, PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma) is a strong advantage Viewed as a leading expert within the field by peers Requires extensive knowledge of multiple job areas obtained through advanced education and experience