Project Director, Dermatology & Rheumatology CRO

Overview

This role, based in Germany, is a leadership position within a clinical research organization focusing on dermatology and rheumatology. It involves overseeing complex global clinical trials, combining operational leadership, therapeutic knowledge, and team guidance to ensure successful delivery of high-value clinical studies in these specialized areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic management of clinical trial portfolios, guiding Project Managers to successfully execute studies.
• Ensure compliance with therapeutic goals, client requirements, standard operating procedures, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and regulatory mandates across all projects.
• Serve as a primary client liaison, fostering effective communication, client satisfaction, and alignment of project goals and outcomes.
• Track study progress, timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and quality, implementing mitigation plans as necessary.
• Oversee financial management of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and controlling expenses.
• Maintain and apply up-to-date expertise in dermatology and rheumatology across all assigned programs.
• Promote continuous operational enhancements, efficiency improvements, and innovative clinical project delivery methods.
• Contribute expertise to proposal development, pricing, client presentations, and business development efforts.
• Lead, mentor, and coach Project Managers, supporting the advancement of project management skills within the team.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Certification such as PMP or PRINCE2 is advantageous.
• A minimum of 15 years' experience in the clinical research industry, with at least 5 years at a Contract Research Organization (CRO).
• At least 10 years of clinical project management experience spanning all stages of clinical studies, including vendor and functional service management.
• Expertise in managing multinational, multicenter Phase III clinical trials with budget oversight and forecasting.
• Experience managing extensive, complex studies involving multiple regions such as North and South America, Europe, APAC, and MENA.
• Proven leadership skills in supervising, mentoring, and coaching project management staff.
• Experience in supporting business development activities including proposals, presentations, and bid defenses.
• Specialized knowledge in dermatology or rheumatology clinical trials is essential.
• Thorough knowledge of GCP and key regulatory guidelines such as FDA and Health Canada.
• Strong abilities in leadership, communication, organization, problem solving, and stakeholder management.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible arrangements.
• Competitive salary package commensurate with expertise and experience.
• Engagement with innovative clinical research projects in dermatology and rheumatology.
• Work within a global, collaborative team setting.
• Regular opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and career progression.
• Involvement in high-impact, complex clinical trials and strategic initiatives.
• Possibility of international travel as part of the role.
• A supportive culture focused on collaboration, innovation, dependability, and responsiveness.

Additional Information

This recruitment is managed by an external partner company. Applications are reviewed using an AI-powered matching system that identifies the best candidates, with final hiring decisions made by the employer's internal team. Data privacy and use of AI in recruitment processes are handled according to applicable data protection laws including GDPR.