Associate Clinical Project Management Director
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Associate Clinical Project Management Director (APD)
IQVIA Biotech is seeking an experienced Associate Clinical Project Management Director (APD) to lead the successful planning implementation and execution of clinical studies and programs. This is a highly visible client-facing leadership role accountable for delivery excellence financial performance regulatory compliance and long-term client satisfaction.
The APD serves as a strategic partner to clients providing strong oversight across global cross-functional teams while actively identifying risks driving solutions and ensuring studies are delivered on time within scope and on budget. This role also contributes to business development efforts and plays a critical role in mentoring and developing project management talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Leadership & Strategic Oversight
- Serve as the primary client contact and senior project lead owning the client relationship and acting as a trusted advisor.
- Build and maintain strong long-term client partnerships through proactive communication transparency and delivery excellence.
- Ensure all project reporting is accurate and current; escalate financial operational or regulatory risks through approved governance pathways.
- Lead and deliver proposal defenses capability presentations and early client engagements.
Project Execution & Operational Excellence
- Oversee end-to-end project delivery in alignment with contracted scope timelines SOPs and Work Plans.
- Lead development of study master plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Drive execution of work orders change orders and client documentation; lead negotiations as required.
- Proactively identify project risks and implement early warning and contingency plans to ensure successful outcomes.
- Supervise issue resolution risk mitigation and problem-solving efforts across global teams.
Financial & Performance Accountability
- Own project financial performance including budget oversight cost tracking forecasting and mitigation of potential overruns.
- Analyze project trends and performance metrics; proactively address risks and opportunities with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure delivery meets contractual milestones while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
People Leadership & Development
- Provide direct or matrix oversight of project management staff.
- Coach and mentor junior team members on project delivery planning risk management and client engagement.
- Contribute to performance evaluations by providing timely constructive feedback.
- Promote consistency and best practices across programs and regions.
Quality Compliance & Process Improvement
- Ensure compliance with GCP ICH FDA regulations and IQVIA Biotech SOPs.
- Maintain personal compliance with training SOP adherence CAPAs and timesheet requirements.
- Support development documentation and improvement of internal processes SOPs and Work Practices.
- Champion corporate initiatives and serve as a change advocate or subject matter expert (SME) where required.
- Capture and communicate lessons learned and best practices to support continuous improvement.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Deep understanding of the clinical research lifecycle and CRO operating environment.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex concepts clearly to clients and executives.
- Strong leadership interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to influence across functions and regions.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex clinical trials simultaneously.
- Demonstrated financial operational negotiation and problem-solving expertise.
- Experience managing vendors against timelines scope and contractual obligations.
- Hands-on knowledge of electronic data management quality systems and clinical trial technologies.
- Advanced ability to identify trends set targets and implement mitigation strategies.
- Strong knowledge of FDA regulations and ICH/GCP guidelines.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in a health-related field (e.g. Nursing Life Sciences) preferred
OR an Associate degree with equivalent experience. - Minimum 5 years of clinical trial project management experience preferably within a CRO environment.
- Demonstrated working knowledge across clinical trial functions (Clinical Operations Data Management Biostatistics Programming Medical Writing etc.).
- Proven experience leading client-facing programs with financial and operational accountability.
- Excellent presentation and proposal defense experience strongly preferred.
- Experience in managing CVRM or/and CNS trials strongly preferred.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Why Join IQVIA Biotech
- High-impact client-facing leadership role with visibility across senior stakeholders.
- Opportunity to influence study strategy delivery models and client outcomes.
- Collaborative environment focused on scientific excellence innovation and growth.
- Immediate opportunity to make a difference on active and upcoming programs.
Apply with your resume and cover letter.
Should you be successful you will be sent an email to complete an online video assessment to further assess your skills and suitability.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements misrepresentations or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application or termination of employment if discovered later in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
About Company
IQVIA is the Human Data Science Company™. We are inspired by the industry we serve and provide solutions that enable life sciences companies to innovate with confidence, maximize opportunities and ultimately drive human health outcomes forward. Our approach is Human Data Science – a d ... View more
