Senior Lead, Clinical Project Manager

TL;DR

Senior Lead, Clinical Project Manager (Clinical Trials): Provide leadership and governance for complex clinical study delivery with an accent on study management oversight, risk mitigation, and escalation handling. Focus on coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring GCP/ICH/FDA compliance, and mentoring project management staff to achieve on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Location: United States (remote or hybrid)

Company

hirify.global, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, delivers clinical research innovation to unlock better evidence.

What you will do

• Oversee study management and overall project delivery to meet timeline, scope, and budget objectives.
• Monitor workload and performance of project management staff and adjust plans/resources as needed.
• Identify, mitigate, and manage risks across assigned studies and portfolios, including escalation management.
• Lead stakeholder communication with clients, internal teams, and senior leadership; support Clinical Project Managers with client engagement and risk updates.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to execute global clinical projects across start-up, execution, and closeout phases.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and quality standards; drive process improvements and mentor team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of clinical trials experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical organization with strong project management expertise.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and/or projects in a clinical development environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development processes and regulatory guidelines (GCP, ICH, FDA).
• Proven ability to manage complex global clinical studies and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Based in or able to work in the United States (remote or hybrid); ability to travel up to ~20% (including internationally).

Culture & Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive compensation.