Project Manager (CNS/Rare Disease)

ICON plc • Blue Bell, SD

3d • Remote

About The Position

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. As a Clinical Project Manager at ICON, you will be responsible for leading and coordinate project activities, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

• Solid project and program management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
• Bachelor’s degree in life science, project management, business, or related fields
• Minimum of 7 years of clinical research experience or proven competencies for this position and a minimum of 2 years of direct global clinical project management experience
• Clinical Project management experience from CRO or Biotech company highly preferred
• Proven track record of successfully managing clinical projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
• CNS/Rare Disease clinical project management experience is required
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 30%)

Nice To Haves

• Clinical Project management experience from CRO or Biotech company

Responsibilities

• Coordinating project and program management delivery, resolving issues, and developing team capability.
• Developing and managing detailed clinical project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Leading cross-functional project teams, coordinating efforts to meet project objectives, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing strategies to address challenges and keep projects on track.
• Engaging with stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project goals and organizational objectives.
• Preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

What This Job Offers

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