Project Manager – Early Phase

Parexel

Project Manager leading clinical trials while managing sponsor communication and operational excellence. Ensuring timely delivery of projects in compliance with regulations and contract specifications.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $125,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud PlatformPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Parexel and Sponsor teams by leveraging clinical research experience and project management skills
Ensure operational excellence and successful execution of clinical operations and logistical strategies for EP clinical trials or programs
Manage the financial aspects of projects, including revenue recognition, milestone payments, and monthly pass-through invoices
Own the sponsor relationship and manage sponsor communication
Serve as the central point of contact and escalation for functional teams
Communicate project progress, risks, and solutions to sponsors and internal teams
Manage study start-up activities and ensure best practices are implemented
Monitor study timelines, recruitment, retention, and data cleaning
Oversee administrative closeout procedures and ensure project documentation is archived

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of Project Management experience with Parexel or 3 to 5 years in related fields
Experience as a Functional Team Leader or in coordinating clinical trials
Knowledge of ICH-GCP and pharmaceutical industry regulations
Proficiency in MS-Office products
Bachelor's degree in a science-related field or equivalent work experience
Advanced degree preferred
Additional business degree or PMP certification is an advantage.
Scientific/Medical/Pharmacology background is an advantage.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401k match
Paid time off
Annual performance-based bonus plan
Annual salary review
Additional total rewards incentives

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementClinical Trials CoordinationFinancial ManagementData CleaningStudy Start-up ActivitiesOperational ExcellenceLogistical StrategiesRisk ManagementRecruitmentRetention

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Certifications

PMP Certification