Global Clinical Project Manager
ICON plc · Barcelona
Global Clinical Project ManagerICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
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Therapeutic Area: Haematology (Oncology & Hematology) Early Phase
By joining our AstraZeneca FSP program, you’ll collaborate with an award-winning biopharmaceutical leader, renowned for innovation, inclusion, and making a real difference in patients’ lives. As a Global Clinical Project Manager where you will be managing and driving the delivery of global Early phase Haematology studies, you’ll be fully integrated into AstraZeneca’s clinical operations team, helping to deliver innovative, global clinical studies in haematology. You’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, working closely with both AstraZeneca’s internal teams and external partners.
What You Will Be Doing:
Lead, provide guidance and delegate appropriately to a cross-functional study team or oversee outsourced delivery activities to ensure the clinical study progresses as planned, driving achievement of milestones according to timelines, budget and quality standards. May hold accountability and/or oversight of several studies.
Lead and facilitate communication across all functions, including external partners and service providers. Lead and conduct investigator meetings and other study related meetings.
Provide input into and hold accountability for the development of essential study level documents (i.e., Clinical Study Protocol (CSP) through to Clinical Study Report (CSR)) in accordance with relevant AZ SOPs.
Ensure all external service providers (i.e., Contract Research Organizations (CROs), central laboratories, IXRS, ePRO, etc.) engaged at the study level are performing to contracted goals and timelines/budget and that adequate oversight is documented and any issues are escalated appropriately. May participate in vendor selection activities.
Develop and maintain relevant study plans including required input into study level quality and risk management planning (e.g., risk-based quality management, proactive risk and contingency plans, etc.) ensuring that the risk response strategies and issue escalation pathways are clear to the entire study team
Accountable for ensuring that information in all systems utilized at a study-level (e.g. ACCORD/ABACUS, PharmaCM, etc.) are current and accurate.
Oversee study level performance against agreed upon plans, milestones and key performance indicators (KPIs, quality and operational) by using company tracking systems and project
Responsible for study budget re-forecasting following initial budget estimate provided by the CPT and accountable for study budget management through the study lifecycle and for providing budget progress reports to the CPT including any financial risks and mitigation plans (as part of the ongoing study change control process)
Ensure studies are inspection-ready at all times, according to ICH-GCP and AZ SOP and relevant policies/guidelines; You will be the primary Study Management point-of-contact in the event of an audit or inspection
Provide regular feedback on individual performance to the study team members and their line managers to support their professional development; may mentor less experienced colleagues
Your Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Science related field is a must, with significant experience in project management and team leadership.
10 years of relevant clinical experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 5 years’ Global clinical project management experience, or equivalent
Early Phase Hematology experience
Proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage project teams and prioritize tasks.
Experience across all Phases and lifecycle of the clinical studies
Experience managing multiple amendments during early phase studies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.
Extensive knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical research regulatory requirements and demonstrated abilities in clinical study management processes and clinical/drug development
Demonstrated solid project management skills and knowledge of relevant tools
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong, demonstrated abilities/skills in team leadership
Strong abilities in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external co-workers and stakeholders, along with strong conflict management skills
Strong strategic and critical thinking abilities
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- 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
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
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Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
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