Summary

Manages the delivery of patient research studies (e.g. embedded trial interview studies or RW mixed-method studies) from initiation to closeout.

Ensures that quality deliverables are presented on time and within budget; coordinates workstreams and cross-functional project teams while monitoring the use of consistent tools and operational methodologies; identifies and evaluates potential project risks and develops mitigation plans; and serves as the primary point of contact with the project sponsor for study delivery.  Collaborates with the study patient science engagement leader on ensuring the science team responsible deliverables meet timelines

Overview

Project Managers are an integral part of PCS study delivery, liaising with patient science consultants to bring patient experience data forward for the evaluation of the safety and efficacy of new treatments. The Project Manager is an essential member of the core project team responsible for project delivery our studies to meet contractual requirements in accordance with SOPs, policies and practices. Clinical Project Management is focused on project delivery, productivity and quality resulting in strong financial performance and customer satisfaction. Clinical Project Managers can run their own studies. The Project Manger focus is on leveraging our patient science expertise and suite of solutions to drive operational excellence and strategic leadership with our customers

Essential Functions

Participate in bid defense presentations in partnership with Principal in Charge (PIC) and may lead the presentation for the section of study management.

Develop study project management plans with the core project team.

Responsible for project management deliverable including, client update presentations, recruitment trackers, consent forms and site training materials

Coach and lead project management analysts and associate project managers assigned on your studies

Accountable for the execution of PCS studies per contract while optimizing speed, quality and cost of delivery and ensuring consistent use of study tools and training materials and compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures.

Set objectives of the core project team and/or sub-team(s) according to agreed upon contract, strategy and approach, effectively communicate and assess performance.

Collaborate with other functional groups within the company where necessary to support milestone achievement and to manage study issues and obstacles.

Monitor progress against contract and prepare/present project and/or sub-team information proactively to stakeholders internally and externally.

Manage risk (positive and negative) and contingencies proactively and lead problem solving and resolution efforts.

Achieve project quality by identifying quality risks and issues, responding to issues raised by project team and/or sub-team members and planning/implementing appropriate corrective and preventative action plans.

Ensure the financial success of the project.

Forecast and identify opportunities to accelerate activities to bring revenue forward.

Identify changes in scope and manage change control process as necessary.

Identify lessons learned and implement best practices.

May be assigned as the primary contact for vendors leading project vendor management and vendor management related activities as per project requirements.

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