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Project Manager (Fsp), Remote (Us)

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 26, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Project Manager (FSP) – Clinical Research

Location: Remote, North Carolina, United States of America
Job Type: Full-time
Job Category: Clinical Research
Remote/Onsite: Fully Remote
Job Id: R-01328715


Company Overview:

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Clinical Research Services team (PPD®) provides global clinical trial support, delivering operational and scientific expertise to advance the development of life-changing therapies. The team collaborates with sponsors, strategic partners, and CROs to ensure clinical programs meet quality, regulatory, and operational standards.


Work Schedule:

  • Standard (Monday–Friday)

Environmental Conditions:

  • Office-based with remote flexibility

  • Occasional travel (5–20%) including overnight and international travel to sites, strategic partners, and other Takeda locations


Job Summary:

The Project Manager (FSP) leads or supports the operational strategy and execution of clinical trials for assigned programs, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, local regulations, and sponsor SOPs. The role requires global project leadership experience, strong vendor management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet timelines, budget, and quality standards.


Key Responsibilities:

Project & Study Management:

  • Lead operational strategy and planning for assigned clinical trials.

  • Oversee execution of global, regional, and/or local studies in alignment with the Clinical Development Plan.

  • Develop study timelines, monitor progress, and implement recovery actions if needed.

  • Provide operational input into protocol development and study-related documents.

  • Manage recruitment challenges, enrollment, and study feasibility processes.

Vendor & CRO Management:

  • Select, onboard, and supervise Strategic Partners, CROs, and other vendors.

  • Ensure vendor deliverables meet sponsor objectives, including quality, timelines, and budget.

  • Conduct oversight monitoring visits, review vendor outputs, and escalate issues as needed.

  • Review and approve key monitoring documents and periodic reports.

Budget & Financial Oversight:

  • Support budget development and monitor external spend.

  • Ensure accurate tracking of enrollment, project costs, and resource allocation.

Regulatory & Compliance:

  • Ensure studies comply with global regulations (ICH GCP, US CFR, EU CTD) and local requirements.

  • Maintain studies in “inspection ready” state for regulatory audits.

  • Prepare for agency inspections, including TMF documentation, CAPA follow-up, and storyboard development.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Lead the cross-functional study team, ensuring alignment with clinical strategy.

  • Coordinate with data management to link tactical plans to database lock and CSR timelines.

  • Review internal trial reports and ensure adherence to quality and operational standards.


Education & Experience:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences or equivalent.

  • 5+ years in pharmaceutical industry or CRO, including 3+ years of clinical study management/oversight.

  • Experience in global or multi-therapeutic area studies (Phase I–III).

Preferred:

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) or relevant fellowship/training.

  • Experience in multiple therapeutic areas is advantageous.


Skills & Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of global regulatory and compliance requirements for clinical research.

  • Proven project/program management and matrix leadership skills.

  • Experience in timeline, budget, and risk management.

  • Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

  • Vendor/CRO oversight, selection, and performance management experience.

  • Fluency in English (oral and written).

  • Ability to work independently and manage complex clinical studies.


Travel Requirements:

  • Approximately 5–20% travel, including overnight and international travel to Takeda sites, strategic partners, and study sites.