Project Manager (12-month Fixed-Term Contract)

Medical Research Network•Deerfield, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

MRN is seeking a talented Project Manager to join their team. This role focuses on increasing accessibility to clinical trials for a diverse patient population by utilizing the Decentralized Clinical Trial (DCT) model. The Project Manager will be responsible for delivering MRN projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with international laws and guidelines. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract position, with remote and hybrid working options available.

Requirements

Working knowledge of ICH GCP and appropriate regulatory laws and guidelines.
Ability to multi-task, problem solve and priorities a complex workload is a must.
Minimum 3 years (4-5 years desirable) relevant experience to include sponsor/CRO, and or site clinical research experience
Proven effectiveness in leading a cross functional teams/ matrix management experience
Proven experience in planning and delivering projects on time and to budget

Nice To Haves

Degree level education, or nursing equivalent, science/medical based subjects

Responsibilities

Part of study team to include, Operations, Nursing, Vendor Contracts Management Team (VCMT), proposals and contracts (P&C), Pharmacy and Quality staff to plan, manage, track and monitor projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget, in compliance with MRN procedures and applicable regulations
Supported by the Project Management Office (PMO) provide accurate and timely information to the Project Management Group Head (PMGH), Project Director (PD), PM, clients and sponsors on overall project performance including both financial and operational aspects
Undertake activities as described below and participate in specific activities as defined in MRN RACI or appropriate study delivery plan/ study activities
Create and implement individual plan(s) for assigned project(s), as applicable, to include an assessment of potential risks to the project delivery and a contingency plan.
Use tools such as MS-Project and the service detail specification
Manage and participate in internal and external kick off meetings, with understanding of study objectives and customer requirements
Drive cross-functional project activities, as appropriate in the study delivery plan
Use study metrics to track and report activities, risks internally and externally (including governance meetings)
Study close-out and archiving according to MRN and any sponsor specific requirements