Senior Clinical Project Manager – Oncology/Hematology (Phase III)

About This Role

Lead complex Phase III Oncology and Hematology clinical trials from proposal to delivery, ensuring operational and financial success. Inspire cross-functional teams and serve as the primary strategic partner for clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive the operational and financial success of Phase III clinical trials.
• Lead cross-functional teams across Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Data Management, Biostatistics, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, and QA.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring smooth project launch, conduct, and closeout.
• Oversee project deliverables, timelines, and budgets while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Mentor junior project managers and project support staff, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Own project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Ensure alignment and accountability across all vendors and study partners.
• Implement contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Maintain and evaluate project progress using advanced tracking tools.
• Prepare and present project materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support inspection readiness and Trial Master File compliance.
• Participate in bid defense meetings as the potential project lead.
• Build strong client relationships to generate new opportunities.
• Stay up-to-date on oncology/hematology trends and the evolving drug development landscape.
• Train and mentor new project managers and clinical staff.
• Facilitate team communication, collaboration, and professional development.

Requirements

• Experienced Global Project Leader (NA, LATAM, EMEA, and APAC)
• Strong Phase III CRO project management experience
• Proven track record of delivering clinical trials successfully
• Oncology and Hematology expertise, with direct experience leading complex Phase III trials
• Cross-functional team leadership (Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Data Management, Biostatistics, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, and QA)
• Financially savvy, skilled in managing multi-million-dollar budgets (creation, forecasting, negotiation)
• Vendor management expertise
• Deep regulatory knowledge, with expertise in GCP/ICH guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related field
• Tech-forward, comfortable leveraging digital tools and emerging technologies
• Strategic, results-driven leader with exceptional communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related field.
• Experienced Global Project Leader with strong Phase III CRO project management experience and a proven track record of delivering clinical trials successfully.

Benefits