Associate Global Project Manager

Associate Global Project Manager

US Remote

Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all.

Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients’ lives and act accordingly. We strive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We’re looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us!

Primary Purpose

The Associate Global Project Manager (AGPM) is critical to the successful conduct of Biopharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials as a matrix leader of the core project team. The AGPM
is responsible for the successful delivery of a Biopharmaceutical project(s). The AGPM will be client-facing and may serve as the internal lead of the project through the life cycle of the study, ensuring effective project delivery in agreement with contracted project timeline and budget. The AGPM supports project delivery by driving team and financial efficiency, work product quality, and is responsible for client satisfaction through relationship management.

• May serve as a lead for project bids and multi trial initiatives.
• Ensures that deliverables for assigned project(s) are completed according to the contract budget, schedule, and quality standards. Manages projects in all areas of performance.
• Develops successful working relationships with clients, executive management, and project staff. Collaborates with stakeholders to manage project issues, proactively identify and mitigate risks and drive milestone achievement.
• May serve as the primary point of contact for assigned biopharma clients. Demonstrates proficiency in knowledge and understanding of client needs.
• Tracks project deliverables against contract using Emmes’ tools. Prepares/presents study metrics to maintain transparency for internal/external stakeholders. Monitors trends and drives changes to the plan as needed; identifies risks to delivery and supports development of mitigation plans with the project team.
• Ensures adherence to quality control expectations and milestone timelines for delivery of contractually required reports and deliverables.
• Manages project resources (i.e., budget, personnel, and subcontracts).
• Identifies and manages changes to scope and requests for out-of-scope activities. Collaborates with Business Development, Contracts Department, and executive management to ensure timely execution of contract amendments/change orders. Prospectively manages client expectations.
• May support bid defense meeting presentations in collaboration with Business Development for assigned clients.
• Develops study management plans in collaboration with core project team members.
• Identifies and documents lessons learned from study successes and challenges to promote development of best practices.
• Models and propagates Emmes’ commitment to a culture of quality in all aspects of our deliverables, utilizing a solution-based, science-driven, value-added approach in collaborating with clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years demonstrating scientific principles appropriate in managing a clinical research portfolio.
• Minimum of 1 year in a pharmaceutical and/or CRO setting, serving in a Project Manager or equivalent position.
• Demonstrable track-record of success delivering clinical trials within agreed time, quality and cost.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and fostering client and internal relationships.
• Understanding of ICH GCP and applicable global regulatory regulations and guidelines.
• Skilled in MS Office Suite of products and working knowledge of Clinical Trial Management Systems, electronic Trial Master File, and electronic Data Capture systems and solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in managing diverse staff and leading successful teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Why work at Emmes?

At Emmes, your actions and hard work will have a direct impact on public health initiatives, both globally and in our local communities with opportunities for volunteerism through our  Emmes Cares  community engagement program.   We offer a competitive benefits package focused on the health and needs of our growing workforce, including:

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The Emmes Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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