Sponsor Oncology Contract to Perm Clinical Project Manager

Category: Clinical Project Manager
Job #: 10919
Utilization: 100%
Location: ET or CT Timezones in US
Job Type: 1099 to Perm
Therapeutics: Oncology

Are you an experienced Clinical Project Manager looking to take the next step in your career and work directly with a global Sponsor? This is a rare opportunity to lead high‑impact Oncology studies (Phase I–II) while shaping the direction of cutting‑edge clinical research programs.

In this contract (40 hrs/week with potential for conversion to perm), you’ll serve as the driving force behind global study execution by overseeing vendors and CROs, managing budgets, and ensuring successful delivery against strategic study goals.

The ideal candidate will be based in the Eastern or Central U.S. time zone, available for global collaboration, open to limited quarterly travel, and ready to commit full‑time for the duration of the project.

This is your chance to bring your leadership, Oncology insight, and operational mastery to a Sponsor-driven, globally visible program.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Leads and represents the study team in designing, developing, and executing the clinical study in line with agreed timelines
  • Drives planning and ongoing communication with cross-functional partners to support high-quality trial conduct and reliable clinical data generation
  • Acts as the main point of contact and key resource for CRO and vendor teams, as well as colleagues within the parent organization
  • Provides day-to-day oversight and leadership for CROs, consultants, and vendors to ensure expectations are clearly communicated and met
  • Oversees and tracks clinical study operations to confirm studies are executed in accordance with study plans through regular interaction with CROs and/or investigator sites
  • Tracks and reports the status of assigned clinical trials, including timelines, operational progress, and budget adherence
  • Follows and evaluates the status of clinical data collection activities for assigned studies
  • Develops and maintains potential investigator site lists and contributes to the assessment of sites for participation in the trial
  • Drafts, reviews, and refines study-related documentation as needed
  • Reviews and approves plans prepared by CROs and vendors, ensuring compliance with GCP, regulatory expectations, and the approved protocol
  • Contributes to the review and finalization of clinical study materials, including protocols, amendments, CSRs, regulatory submissions, and other study-related publications
  • Participates in key meetings such as Study Team Meetings, Investigator Meetings, monitor workshops, and CRO training sessions
  • Reviews correspondence and monitoring reports related to assigned studies to ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation
  • Prepares and delivers program and study-level updates for stakeholders
  • Coordinates clinical trial supply needs in partnership with CROs and other internal and external team members
  • Monitors clinical study budgets and collaborates with Finance and Legal to review budgets and contracts for CROs, vendors, and investigator sites, as applicable
  • Requests, reviews, and critically assesses proposals and change orders from CROs, vendors, and investigator sites, and provides input into associated contracts, work orders, and amendments
  • Manages escalation of study-related issues and ensures timely communication with management and other R&D stakeholders
  • Proactively identifies potential study risks and issues and develops contingency plans with minimal supervision
  • Ensures that all assigned clinical trials are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and internal requirements
  • Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned studies during regulatory inspections and related interactions
  • Builds and maintains productive, collaborative relationships with the parent company, internal and external partners, and relevant affiliates
  • Assesses issues arising in clinical studies, oversees communication with CROs and vendors, and implements appropriate solutions or mitigation strategies
  • Evaluates CRO and vendor performance and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Supports the development, review, revision, and training of relevant SOPs
  • Maintains current knowledge of the oncology therapeutic area, clinical practice standards, and evolving regulations to support best practices across all activities
  • May provide mentorship and guidance to other team members
  • Performs additional responsibilities and project-related tasks as assigned
Job Qualifications:
  • Must be located in the Eastern or Central timezone in the US
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in Clinical Research and at least 2 years' experience as a dedicated Clinical Project Manager (CPM) while working directly for a CRO or sponsor, working on global studies. This experience needs to include designing, developing, and delivering clinical study plans
  • Must have experience working in Vendor Management
  • Must have experience in the preparation, review, updating and training of SOPs
  • Must have experience monitoring the budget, as well as reviewing the budgets and contracts with CROs, Vendors, and Investigator Sites
  • Must have experience working within Phase I or II Oncology studies
  • Must be willing to convert to perm after the initial 6-12 month contract term
  • Must be willing to travel quarterly for Team and Face to Face meetings
  • It is a plus to have a Bachelor’s degree but will consider candidates who have equal working experience while with a CRO or Sponsor. Also a plus if you have a nursing or medical background
  • 100% utilization required (40 hours a week)
  • Competitive Hourly and Salary Rate
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