Clinical Project Manager (Contractor) - Aesthetic Medical Device Focus (United States)

Job Purpose:

To manage clinical projects for aesthetic medical devices effectively, ensuring smooth execution of clinical affairs under a contract-based engagement, with flexibility and delivery-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as the primary liaison between the company and sponsors/vendors for assigned medical device studies.
• Leads cross-functional teams and external partners (e.g., CROs, testing labs, device suppliers) in a contractor capacity.
• Manages project deliverables tied to milestone-based payments and quality assurance.
• Controls project scope and costs on a time-bound basis to mitigate financial risks under contract terms.
• Ensures compliance with company SOPs, policies, and applicable medical device regulations (e.g., MDR, FDA, NMPA).
• Supports or leads bid defense processes for new aesthetic device projects.
• Provides necessary training to project team members and supports effective team collaboration.
• Tracks and reports project progress to stakeholders; provides feedback on team performance to line managers as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Medical, Pharmacology, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields. Diploma candidates with strong PM experience in medical devices will also be considered.
• Good knowledge of medical device development processes, including regulatory pathways, GCP, and clinical trial operations for aesthetic or cosmetic indication devices.
• Current GCP certificate required. Business skills such as budgeting and vendor management are a plus.
• Minimum 6–8 years of industry experience, including at least 4 years of project management experience in medical devices . Experience in aesthetic devices (e.g., laser, RF, ultrasound, body contouring) is highly preferred.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; local language fluency required.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office and familiarity with CTMS, eTMF, or device trial tracking tools.
• Strong project management and time management skills; ability to work independently as a contractor.