Job Overview
IQVIA is hiring a clinical project manager to expand our dedicated Real World Evidence (RWE) FSP team, working fully within the environment of a prominent pharma company. In this role, the clinical project manager will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery of real-world observational studies within one therapeutic area. It is important for this individual to have experience working in observational research across primary and secondary data collection study designs as well as leading clinical studies independently.
Who do you work with?
Epidemiologists, data science, and clinical leads to deliver project specific goals and timelines
Vendors to communicate status of deliverables and workflow
Program and business leads to manage full portfolio of projects
What are you great at?
Independently executing observational and real-world studies while balancing speed, quality, and cost
Leading cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and resolve study issues
Proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans
Communicating clearly with stakeholders, including preparing and presenting project updates to leadership
Good understanding of project financials including experience managing, contractual obligations and implications
Driving operational excellence and strategic partnership with clients
Managing vendors effectively across different sourcing models (in-house, hybrid, outsourced)
Bringing clarity to complex or ambiguous situations and making informed decisions
Results-oriented approach to work towards delivery and output
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, fast-paced, and evolving environment
Your responsibilities may include:
Leading global, cross-functional observational study teams and owning delivery of contracted scope, timelines, and quality
Developing study documentation, including project management plans
Ensuring consistent use of study tools, training materials, and compliance with SOPs, policies, and procedures
Monitoring study progress and financial performance; supporting forecasting and change control as needed
Lead project vendor management related activities and communications per project requirements
Anticipating operational and quality risks, responding to issues raised by the project team and planning/implementing appropriate corrective or preventative actions
Generating project- or program-level metrics and reports for senior management
Capturing lessons learned and contributing to continuous improvement and best practices
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field
Minimum 4-6 years of experience in project management and/or clinical operations within pharma, CRO, or RWE environment (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience)
Demonstrated experience leading observational or real-world evidence studies
Strong understanding of RWE study designs and clinical research conduct and skill in applying applicable clinical research regulatory requirements
Experience with primary and secondary data study designs
Therapeutic area expertise desired (oncology, inflammation, virology)
IMPORTANT NOTE: This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
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