[Remote] Senior Project Manager - iCRO - East US
Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. APX Life Sciences is partnering with a rapidly growing global Imaging CRO to expand its US Operations team. The Senior Project Manager will independently lead complex, full-service clinical trial imaging studies, managing timelines, resources, financials, risks, client relationships, and operational delivery while mentoring Project Managers and supporting process improvements. Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of clinical trial imaging programmes, ensuring projects are delivered successfully against agreed timelines, milestones and client expectations Serve as a key point of contact for sponsors, providing clear communication around project progress, risks, deliverables and operational requirements Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, reporting schedules and resource requirements Oversee project financials, including forecasting, monthly billing, scope reviews/amendments, pass-through costs and revenue reporting Coordinate cross-functionally with internal operational teams, sites and external stakeholders throughout the study lifecycle Identify and manage project risks, escalations and recovery actions Ensure project teams operate in accordance with relevant SOPs, protocols and quality requirements Lead and support project-specific training and mentor other Project Managers and operational team members Provide project updates to executive leadership and manage client escalations Contribute to process improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency Support Business Development activities where required, including capabilities discussions, client meetings and Investigator Meetings Skills 5–7+ years of clinical trial experience within a CRO, iCRO, pharmaceutical or clinical research environment, ideally within Project Management Strong experience independently managing complex clinical trial programmes Proven sponsor/client-facing experience, including managing expectations, risks and escalations Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, resources and scope changes Strong understanding of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations and clinical trial quality requirements Experience mentoring or supporting other Project Managers/operational staff Bachelor's or Master's degree, ideally within Life Sciences, Healthcare, Pharmacy, Nursing or a related discipline Strong organisational and leadership skills Excellent attention to detail The ability to communicate effectively with sponsors, sites, internal teams and senior leadership The ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high standard of delivery Previous clinical trial imaging / Imaging CRO experience is strongly preferred Benefits Annual bonus Additional project/change-order incentive opportunity US employee benefits Fully remote position Opportunity to join a specialist iCRO during a significant period of US and global growth High level of visibility and direct interaction with senior leadership and sponsors Opportunity to take on broader leadership responsibilities as the organisation continues to scale Company Overview APX Life Sciences was created to set a new standard in life science recruitment. It was founded in 2025, and is headquartered in , with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https//apxls.com.
