Senior Project Manager Clinical Research
$86,700–$173,300 year
On-sitePrinceton, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate end-to-end research study operations for Investigator Sponsored Studies and Collaborative Research Studies, including proposal review, contracts, study start-up, material shipments, budget management, and closeout. Facilitate cross-functional coordination with clinical, regulatory, quality, legal, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient execution and reporting of Scientific Affairs studies. Manage individual study budgets, milestone payments, and financial oversight while maintaining audit readiness through documentation and SOP updates. Liaise with R&D, Clinical, and Scientific Affairs teams to oversee study logistics, site support, and regulatory labeling requirements. Support Scientific Affairs initiatives including medical education, grant writing, and KOL contracting. This role is based in the Abbott Point of Care Division, supporting the i-STAT System's rapid blood analysis capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of clinical research/medical affairs/project management experience
- Knowledge and experience in working with clinical trials including investigator-initiated research and collaborative research studies
- Knowledge and experience in oversight of clinical studies, understanding of statistical techniques, tracking clinical studies, and related publications
- Understanding of the clinical laboratory, assay/instrument principles involving in vitro diagnostic products
- Form and develop long-term strategic and professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior
- Strong communication skills demonstrated in publications, presentations, etc. including the ability to confidently speak in public, and lead meetings and group discussions
- Ability to work independently and in groups
- Demonstrates leadership skills, initiative, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Willing and able to travel up to 10 -15% of the time to meet investigators and clinical trial staff
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (Master's, PhD, or MD)
- Experience with managing publications
- Experience running clinical trials in international geographies
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