Clinical Project Manager II - Virology (Sponsor Dedicated/Remote)

Clinical Project Manager II - Virology (Sponsor Dedicated/Remote)

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Job Responsibilities

Clinical Project Manager II – Virology

Sponsor Dedicated | Remote (Preference for Foster City, CA-Based Candidates)

Are you a Clinical Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and enjoys driving complex clinical trials forward with confidence and precision? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly supportive, mentorship-driven team focused on advancing innovative virology programs through early-phase clinical development.

In this role, you will serve as a key operational leader supporting Phase I virology studies within a sponsor-dedicated environment. You’ll partner cross-functionally with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure clinical trials are executed efficiently, proactively, and with the highest level of quality.

This team values collaboration, accountability, emotional intelligence, and professional growth. Leadership is highly supportive, mentorship-focused, and deeply invested in helping team members expand their skills and advance their careers.

While remote/home-based candidates may be considered, priority will be given to candidates located in or near Foster City, California, with the ability to work onsite 2–3 days per week.

THE ROLE

As a Clinical Project Manager II – Virology, you will oversee operational delivery and vendor management activities for early-phase virology clinical trials. You will play a critical role in ensuring studies progress seamlessly across the full clinical trial lifecycle—from study start-up through closeout—while maintaining strong communication, organization, and cross-functional alignment.

This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive clinical operations professional who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and working with a team that genuinely values partnership and continuous development.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead and support operational execution of Phase I virology clinical trials within a sponsor-dedicated model

• Manage and oversee vendors to ensure quality deliverables, timelines, and study expectations are consistently met

• Coordinate cross-functional clinical trial activities from study start-up through closeout with minimal oversight

• Drive meeting leadership by setting agendas, facilitating productive discussions, documenting decisions, and ensuring accountability for action items

• Partner closely with Clinical Operations, study teams, vendors, and stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve operational challenges

• Ensure effective communication across teams while maintaining professionalism and strong stakeholder relationships

• Monitor study progress, timelines, risks, and operational deliverables to support successful trial execution

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture built on transparency, accountability, and mutual respect

• Support inspection readiness and compliance with applicable SOPs, GCP, and regulatory requirements

• Lead with a solutions-oriented mindset while helping align teams toward shared project goals

WHO YOU ARE

Required Qualifications

• Clinical Operations experience or related clinical trial management knowledge

• Prior experience supporting or managing clinical trials within a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment

• Strong vendor management and oversight experience

• Understanding of the full clinical trial lifecycle and operational processes

• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and driving project execution

• Strong organizational, communication, and meeting facilitation skills

• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and proactively navigate challenges

• Professional presence with strong emotional intelligence and stakeholder management capabilities

Preferred Experience

• Early-phase (Phase I) clinical trial experience

• Virology therapeutic area experience strongly preferred

• Stable career progression demonstrating depth in clinical trial management

• Experience working in sponsor-dedicated environments

• Ability to lead discussions confidently in fast-paced, high-visibility settings

WHAT MAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY DIFFERENT

• Join a mentorship-driven leadership team that is highly supportive and invested in your long-term growth

• Work within a collaborative environment where teamwork, respect, and transparency are truly valued

• Gain meaningful exposure to early-phase virology studies and complex clinical development programs

• Be empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a measurable impact

• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote environment while maintaining close partnership with an engaged and collaborative team

• Opportunity to grow your career within a high-performing clinical operations organization focused on innovation and development

At  Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time.  Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range:

The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Get to know Syneos Health

Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.

No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.

Additional Information

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive.  The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description.  The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above.   Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract.  Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.  Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.  The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

Summary

Roles within Clinical Project Management job family at the M23 level are responsible for planning, directing, creating, and communicating clinical study timelines. These roles gather input from cross-functional teams to create plans that help the team produce deliverables on schedule. They ensure consistency of clinical study and processes across clinical trials, overseeing and resolving operational aspects of clinical trials in conjunction with project teams and in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP), good clinical practice (GCP), and specific country regulations. Responsibilities include site and vendor selection, preparing clinical trial budgets, and ensuring studies are conducted within clinical trial protocols. These roles also involve monitoring progress and following up with team members and line managers when issues develop. Additionally, they implement and prepare the clinical development strategy as outlined by the clinical teams and may develop trial recruitment strategies. Impact and Contribution Roles within Clinical Project Management job family at the M23 level significantly impact the success of clinical trials by ensuring that all aspects of the study are conducted efficiently and effectively. By gathering input from cross-functional teams and creating detailed plans, these roles help ensure that deliverables are produced on schedule, contributing to the overall success of the clinical trials. Their oversight of operational aspects of clinical trials ensures consistency and adherence to SOP, GCP, and country regulations, which is crucial for the integrity and reliability of the study results. Additionally, their involvement in site and vendor selection, budget preparation, and monitoring progress helps maintain the smooth operation of clinical trials, ultimately contributing to the advancement of clinical research and development. Core Focus • Planning, directing, creating, and communicating clinical study timelines • Overseeing operational aspects of clinical trials • Ensuring consistency across clinical studies • Adhering to SOP, GCP, and country regulations • Selecting sites and vendors • Preparing clinical trial budgets • Monitoring progress and following up with team members and line managers • Implementing and preparing the clinical development strategy • Developing trial recruitment strategies