Connected Devices Associate Project Manager

IQVIA • Durham, NC

2d • $59,900 - $149,800 • Remote

About The Position

The Associate Project Manager manages small to medium Connected Devices projects, either stand-alone or full-service, across all phases of clinical studies. The role ensures project work is completed to the sponsor’s satisfaction, on time, within budget, and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Working under supervision, the Associate Project Manager plans, initiates, executes, controls, and closes projects according to the customer-agreed Scope of Work. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, tracks progress and risks, maintains project plans and databases, keeps relevant teams and supervisors informed, and supports project quality, budget, and timely delivery. The position also includes mentoring junior project support staff, preparing and presenting project information, documenting and circulating project guidelines, and reviewing contracts to manage out-of-scope work.

Connected Devices works with clinical trial delivery teams, technology partners, and sponsor partners to support device strategy and data ingestion modalities in clinical research. IQVIA describes its work as helping accelerate the development and commercialization of medical treatments and improve patient outcomes and population health.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, Business Management, or a healthcare-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 3 years of project management experience within the Clinical Research/CRO industry, including planning, timelines, deliverables, budgets, risks/issues, manuals, and document management.
• Good leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize, schedule, and organize.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with decentralized trials or medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, execute, control, and close projects in accordance with the Scope of Work agreed with the customer.
• Monitor and coordinate the efforts of cross-functional project teams.
• Track project progress, identify and evaluate project risks, and seek advice from superiors on corrective action as appropriate.
• Develop and oversee the maintenance of internal databases and project plans.
• Ensure Operational Services are fully informed of project requirements.
• Conduct an end-of-project review meeting to confirm that all project activities have been completed.
• Keep Connected Devices superiors informed of project issues that may affect quality, budget, or timely delivery to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Train and mentor junior project support staff.
• Provide input to line managers on project team members’ performance relative to project tasks.
• Prepare and present project information at internal and external meetings.
• Ensure project-specific guidelines are documented and circulated to project team members and that the team is trained on them.
• Review project contracts and ensure out-of-scope work is managed promptly and efficiently.

Benefits

• Potential annualized base pay range of $59,900 to $149,800; actual base pay may vary based on job-related qualifications, location, and schedule.
• Depending on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered.
• A range of health and welfare and/or other benefits may be offered.

What This Job Offers

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