Senior Lead, Clinical Project Manager

Role Description

Responsible for providing leadership, governance, industry expertise and best practices to our clients, client projects and the teams dedicated to serving them. Responsible for staff management and directing and managing services for client projects to assure high quality, on-time, and on-budget services while promoting excellent customer service.

As a Senior Lead Clinical Project Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in delivering complex, high-impact clinical studies while guiding teams and driving operational excellence. If you are passionate about advancing clinical development and leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide oversight of study management and overall project delivery to ensure timelines, scope, and budget objectives are achieved.
• Monitor workload and performance of project management staff, adjusting plans and resources as needed.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks across assigned studies and portfolios.
• Lead escalation management to resolve internal and external challenges effectively.
• Develop and implement problem-solving strategies to address client issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Manage stakeholder communication, including clients, internal teams, and senior leadership.
• Support Clinical Project Managers in client engagement, study updates, and risk communication.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of global clinical projects.
• Lead complex, high-visibility studies across start-up, execution, and closeout phases.
• Drive process improvements, operational efficiencies, and therapeutic area initiatives.
• Mentor and coach team members, supporting professional development and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Contribute to business development activities, including client meetings and presentations when applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of clinical trials experience within a CRO or pharmaceutical organization, with strong project management expertise.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, projects, or both in a clinical development environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development processes and regulatory guidelines (e.g., GCP, ICH, FDA).
• Proven ability to manage complex, global clinical studies and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience in risk management, escalation handling, and stakeholder communication.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 20%, including internationally.
• Based in or able to work in the United States (remote or hybrid).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible and paid time off.
• Remote and hybrid work options.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Company Description

At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.