Project Manager

Aquent has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Trials Project Manager in Deerfield, IL!

This role is 100% on-site. For this reason, we will only consider candidates who currently live in the Deerfield, IL area and can comfortably commute to our client's office on a daily basis.

In addition, to be considered for this role, you must:

• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Not require sponsorship of any kind for the duration of the assignment
• Be able to work on a W-2 basis. C2C or 1099 is not permitted for this position

This is an exciting opportunity to partner with a leading company in the healthcare sector, dedicated to advancing patient care and clinical research. As a valued Aquent talent, you will join a team that is revolutionizing how clinical trials are conducted by ensuring efficient patient recruitment and retention. This role is crucial for accelerating groundbreaking research and bringing vital treatments to patients faster, directly impacting countless lives.

You will be at the forefront of managing critical patient recruitment and retention programs, directly influencing the success of clinical trials. Your expertise will bridge the gap between biopharmaceutical companies and patients, ensuring that innovative therapies reach those who need them most. You'll drive project delivery, optimize productivity, and maintain the highest quality standards, directly contributing to stronger customer and patient satisfaction.

**What You'll Do:**

* Lead and coordinate project activities, ensuring the successful completion of deliverables in alignment with the overall recruitment program strategy, while proactively managing risks, budgets, effort estimates, and schedules.

* Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners (Sponsors) and internal functional team members for assigned recruitment projects.

* Play a key role in bid defense preparations, including leading presentations in partnership with the business development team.

* Drive cross-functional activities to achieve the objectives of multiple recruitment programs, adhering to defined scope, budget, and schedule.

* Establish and maintain comprehensive project documentation and procedures to ensure clarity and consistency.

* Develop robust risk mitigation plans, including appropriate communication and escalation strategies, to address potential challenges effectively.

* Collaborate closely with other core team leaders to foster a cohesive and efficient project environment.

* Proactively identify and implement solutions to enhance existing business processes and operational efficiency.

* Ensure strict compliance with all internal and external privacy and legal regulations.

* Manage recruitment project finances in accordance with customer contracts and budgets, working in close collaboration with senior management and finance teams.

* Identify changes in project scope and expertly manage the change control process as necessary.

* Apply advanced planning and scheduling techniques, including Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS), and Critical Path Method (CPM).

* Perform schedule variance analysis and facilitate comprehensive plan development.

* Present clear and concise project status updates to the project team.

* Develop and document project management processes and procedures.

* Provide resource (budget) requirement planning and identify issues, recommending alternate solutions.

* Define project scope and requirements, ensuring the quality and timeliness of project results.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Bachelor's Degree.

* 5+ years of project management experience.

* Extensive experience developing comprehensive project plans, including charter, scope, project management approach, management plans, financial forecasts, and schedules.

* Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.

* Experience managing project budgets of at least $500K.

* Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

* Advanced proficiency in project management software and tools, including Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

* Exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving abilities, particularly for extremely complex challenges.

* Demonstrated ability to understand and translate diverse business requirements into actionable project plans.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* PMP certification.

* Experience with multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

* At least 4 years of dedicated patient recruitment and retention experience within a biopharmaceutical company, Contract Research Organization (CRO), patient recruitment vendor, or similar organization.

* Direct experience in local and/or in-person patient recruitment within community settings.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $51.33 to $53.33 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

**About Aquent Talent:**

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Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.