[Remote] Clinical Project Manager - Early Phase Trials

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Parexel is a leading company focused on improving the world's health through clinical trials and regulatory consulting. They are seeking a Clinical Project Manager for Early Phase Trials to lead project teams, ensuring successful execution of clinical operations and compliance with regulations while managing sponsor relationships and project budgets.ResponsibilitiesOwn the sponsor relationship and manage sponsor communicationServe as the central point of contact and escalation for functional teamsProactively communicate project progress, risks, and solutions to sponsors and internal teamsLead regular meetings with sponsors and project teams to ensure objectives are metReview relevant materials and attend strategy meetingsPrepare for Bid Defense and develop project management strategiesAttend Bid Defense and handover meetingsManage study start-up activities and ensure best practices are implementedOversee site selection strategy and review project contracts and budgetsSet up project teams and systems, and manage IRB/EC and RA approval processesLead internal and sponsor kick-off meetings and ensure team understanding of project scope and expectationsLead projects to completion within budget and schedule, ensuring contract specifications are metProvide performance feedback and ensure project tracking using CTMSMonitor study timelines, recruitment, retention, and data cleaningPrepare for audits/inspections and manage project budgetsOversee administrative closeout procedures and ensure project documentation is archivedLead end-of-study meetings to document lessons learnedIdentify potential project risks and implement contingency plansMitigate risks and keep clients informed throughout the study life cycleContribute to SOP development and provide oversight and training to Associate PMs and Project AssistantsSkills2 years of Project Management experience with Parexel or 3 to 5 years in related fieldsExperience as a Functional Team Leader or in coordinating clinical trialsKnowledge of ICH-GCP and pharmaceutical industry regulationsProficiency in MS-Office productsBachelor's degree in a science-related field or equivalent work experienceLeadership skills to lead virtual teams across locations and culturesNegotiation and influence skills to achieve resultsDecision-making skills in ambiguous situationsProblem-solving and root cause analysis skillsExcellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skillsTime management and organizational skillsStrategic thinking and financial management skillsAdvanced degree preferredAdditional business degree or PMP certification is an advantageScientific/Medical/Pharmacology background is an advantageBenefitsParticipation in Parexel’s annual performance-based bonus planAnnual salary reviewAdditional total rewards incentivesMarket leading benefit programs including paid time off401k matchLife insuranceHealth insuranceOther benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of applicable plansCompany OverviewPAREXEL is a biopharmaceutical services company that focuses on the development and commercialization of new medical therapies worldwide. It is a sub-organization of EQT. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.parexel.com.Company H1B SponsorshipParexel has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 14 in 2026, 32 in 2025, 46 in 2024, 41 in 2023, 51 in 2022, 54 in 2021, 33 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.