Position: Clinical Project Manager
Salary Range: $80K-$135K
Location: Baltimore, MD
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Clinical Project Manager (CPM) is the single, accountable leader for early-phase (FIH, SAD/MAD, food-effect, DDI, 14C etc.) clinical trials, translating Sponsor protocols into integrated project plans and guiding cross-functional teams from study initiation and first-subject-in through CSR submission and TMF delivery. Acting as the primary interface for Sponsors, investigators, vendors, and senior leadership, the CPM governs study scope, timelines, budgets, and risk, ensuring ICH-GCP and global regulatory compliance while protecting project margin through rigorous change-order and vendor oversight. Leveraging real-time dashboards and eClinical systems, the CPM drives proactive issue resolution, produces executive-level status reports, and maintains inspection-ready documentation. Success is defined by on-time, on-budget delivery of high-quality data, exemplary Sponsor satisfaction, and continuous process improvement that elevates PM Department and clinical unit performance.
Key Responsibilities:- Partner with Business Development to support feasibility assessments and site qualification activities
- Collaborate with regulatory teams to ensure accurate and complete feasibility documentation
- Build strong sponsor relationships by understanding client needs and ensuring confidence in study execution
- Contribute to proposal development, including cost estimation and preparation of sponsor-ready submissions
- Lead project kick-off meetings and align cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
- Coordinate with vendors and consultants to define scope, timelines, and deliverables
- Develop and manage project timelines, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
- Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors, ensuring clear communication and on-time delivery
- Monitor project progress, budgets, and performance metrics; analyze trends and address issues proactively
- Review financials, approve vendor expenses, and partner with Project Finance on scope and budget changes
- Ensure high-quality study closeout deliverables, respond to sponsor inquiries, and lead lessons learned for continuous improvement
What We're looking for Clinical Project Manager:- CPM: Associates / equivalency (60 or more college credit hours) in related field + 2 years as a Project Manager; OR Bachelor of Science in related field + 1 year as a Project Manager. 3 years of Project Management experience in a Clinical Research environment may be substituted for educational requirements.
- CPM: Bachelor of Science in related field + 2 year as a Project Manager Clinical Research environment preferred.
Benefits:As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with significant employer contributions
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer matching
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave & Company Holidays to support work-life balance
- Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions (for eligible plans), plus Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 100% Employer-paid Employee Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), mental health resources, and wellness programs
- Family-friendly benefits, including fertility support and maternity resources
- Professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading global CRO/CDMO
How to Apply:Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!
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