Associate Director, Clinical Project Management - Oncology

Systimmune • Princeton, NJ

19h • $150,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SystImmune is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Project Management (CPM) to oversee and coordinate global clinical trials from initiation through completion. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, manages study timelines and budgets, and fosters effective communication among stakeholders. It is a key contributor to delivering high-quality data and ensuring the success of clinical studies.

The position uses an onsite hybrid work model in Princeton, New Jersey. The posting also describes the location as onsite in the Princeton office and indicates approximately 25% overnight travel. The role oversees regional CPMs, CRAs, and CTAs, and works with cross-functional teams, investigators, vendors, regulatory bodies, and external partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in clinical trial management.
• Experience managing global oncology trials.
• Strong understanding of GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and workload.
• Approximately 25% overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading a Clinical Operations team, such as CRA, SSU, or CTM teams.
• Master’s degree in a related field or clinical research certification, such as ACRP or SOCRA.
• Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical trial management software.
• Prior experience running or supporting oncology clinical trials.
• Previous experience in a sponsor or CRO environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and execution of global clinical trials.
• Develop and implement study protocols, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage clinical trial operations, including site selection, initiation, monitoring, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, investigators, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor trial progress and manage data collection to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Oversee a team of regional CPMs, CRAs, and CTAs.
• Ensure regulatory documents are prepared and submitted in compliance with local regulatory standards and maintained per GCP.
• Conduct regular meetings with study teams and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners involved in trials.
• Support development of internal process initiatives and SOPs.
• Oversee vendors supporting trial execution.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3%, with a five-year vesting schedule.
• 15 PTO days per year.
• Sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director