Project Director – Clinical Research
DLH Corporation
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Oversee and monitor daily contract operations, serving as executive liaison and company representative to federal clients. Communicate status, changes, and challenges proactively, mitigating risks and developing actionable solutions.
- Exhibit strong vision in collaborating with Senior Managers to define and execute departmental and organizational strategies that enhance service delivery, employee engagement, and operational efficiency.
- Partner with technical and scientific leaders to develop innovative technical approaches for both existing and new research studies. Provide technical leadership and guidance on research design, data analysis, study conclusions, and resolution of research challenges.
- Supervise and direct multiple projects concurrently, ensuring that timelines are met and maintaining transparency and regular communication with clients and stakeholders.
- Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with clients, industry partners, and stakeholders to support current and future research initiatives.
- Demonstrate business acumen through critical analysis of existing programs and the implementation of innovative solutions leading to measurable project improvements and long-term contract success.
- Identify and pursue new business development opportunities with existing and potential clients; contribute to proposal efforts and articulate technical/scientific vision through thought leadership and science writing.
- Mentor, guide, and provide executive oversight to junior staff and research team leaders; foster an environment of professional growth, excellence, and accountability.
- Collaborate across practice areas to expand the organization’s research footprint, pursuing new grants and contracts that further DLH’s mission in clinical research.
- Maintain a high level of situational awareness regarding scientific, technological, and industry trends to ensure the company remains competitive and innovative.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, health sciences, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing research studies in government or commercial environments.
- Demonstrated executive leadership experience, including strategic planning, staff oversight, and executive communications in clinical research or related fields.
- Proven track record of operating independently at a senior level, influencing organizational direction, and making timely decisions that drive program success.
- Direct research experience relevant to clinical research, public health, or related domains.
- Experience working with federal government or commercial research clients as a Principal Investigator (PI) or Project Director.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the maturity and professionalism required to represent the organization at the highest levels.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- A history of engaging in and leading change management and process improvement initiatives.
- Superior business acumen, with the capability to evaluate opportunities, manage competing priorities, and contribute to growth strategies.
Benefits
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental life with AD&D
- Short and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Parental leave
- Legal services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching component
- Training and education assistance at accredited institutions
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
research designdata analysisproject managementproposal writingchange managementprocess improvementbusiness developmentstrategic planningclinical researchepidemiology
Soft skills
executive leadershipcommunicationmentoringcollaborationcritical analysisproblem-solvingrelationship managementteam supervisionprofessional growthaccountability
Certifications
Master’s degree in epidemiologyMaster’s degree in public healthMaster’s degree in health sciences