Clinical Project Manager (m/f/d) – Optimapharm, Espoo
16.4.2023https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3520267809
About the job
Location: Company’s offices in Finland, Espoo, or home-based (fully remote).
Who we are?
Optimapharm is a leading, mid-sized, full-service CRO working across Europe and North America to deliver new therapies to improve and save patients’ lives. Optimapharm’s key priorities are our people and consistently exceeding our client’s expectations.With 27 strategically located offices, Optimapharm operates in 40+ countries, giving unrivaled access to Patients and Investigators in all countries in Europe and North America.After 10 years of strong and successful collaboration, in December 2021, OPTIMAPHARM acquired Crown CRO, a highly reputable full-service CRO from Finland, and since then, significantly strengthened its presence in the Nordic and Baltic regions.In-depth expertise and long-standing experience, combined with a flexible and collaborative approach, allow optimization of design and planning; through its strong track record of delivery excellence and committed and stable project teams, Optimapharm has secured a high level of repeat business over the years.We are looking for a CPM to join our Clinical Project Management team and support us in making a tangible difference to project sponsors and benefiting patients and their families all around the world.
What do we offer?
- Working in a successful company that’s growing and changing every day
- Working with a highly experienced team of the clinical research professionals
- International projects and professional growth
- Performance bonus
- Training opportunities
Who are we looking for?
Qualifications And Experience
- University degree, preferably in medical or life sciences
- Minimum 5 years of previous experience in clinical research or other relevant experience
- Previous experience as Clinical Project Manager preferred but not essential
- Excellent knowledge of GCP and ICH Guidelines
- Excellent knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements
- Excellent interpersonal, written, oral and administrative skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Computer proficiency is mandatory
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals
- Fluent in local language and English, both written and verbal
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Very good interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to convey thoughts and findings in a clear concise and accurate manner
- Affinity to work effectively and efficiently in a matrix environment
- Excellent numerical skills and reasoning ability
Your responsibilities
- To manage and oversee the Project through the whole Project cycle (from set-up phases, throughout recruitment and maintenance phases until project closure) and ensure that the Project is delivered to the highest quality and in accordance with agreed project targets, KPIs, time and budget
- To coordinate and lead the assigned clinical Project Team and assess the performance of team members according to project deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficient and effective project execution
- To ensure effective cross-functional teamwork among local project team members including both internal and external ancillary services
- To promote new business by participating in the preparation of Project bids and attendance to the Client presentations/meetings (e.g. bid defense meetings) as appropriate and requested by Clinical Project Resourcing and Efficiency Director (CPRED) and/or Clinical Project Management Director (CPMD).
- To liaise with senior management within the organization to continuously assess and improve operational project delivery
By joining our fast-growing and prosperous team, you will have a great opportunity for further personal growth and career development.
If you would be interested in joining the Optimapharm team, please send your CV in English and note that only shortlisted candidates that meet the requirements will be contacted for the further selection process.