Clinical Project Manager

Job Title: Clinical Project Manager (Oncology)

Location: Remote – Switzerland

Department: Clinical Operations

Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

We are an innovative oncology-focused biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing transformative therapies for patients with unmet medical needs. Our team of passionate scientists, clinicians, and operational experts is driving the development of novel oncology drug candidates from early clinical trials through to late-stage development.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Project Manager (CPM) to lead and coordinate global oncology clinical trials. This role is remote within Switzerland and requires a self-starter with a deep understanding of oncology drug development, clinical trial design, and operational execution. You will be responsible for ensuring studies are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with regulatory guidelines and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, and manage all aspects of assigned clinical studies (Phase I–III), including timelines, budgets, risk management, and quality deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CROs, vendors, investigators, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee CRO performance and ensure adherence to study protocols, GCP/ICH guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, review, and approve key study documents, including protocols, informed consent forms, monitoring plans, and study reports.
• Manage study budgets and forecasting; review and approve invoices and change orders.
• Facilitate internal and external team meetings, provide status updates, and escalate issues as needed.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Regulatory, Medical, Biometrics, and CMC to ensure integrated clinical trial delivery.
• Lead or contribute to clinical development planning, including protocol development and operational feasibility assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field; advanced degree (MSc, PharmD, PhD) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical project management experience in biotech/pharma or CRO, with at least 3 years in oncology trials.
• Strong knowledge of clinical development processes, GCP, ICH, and regulatory requirements (EMA, Swiss medic, FDA).
• Experience in managing international, multi-centre clinical trials and external vendors.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficient in using clinical trial management systems (CTMS), eTMF, and MS Office tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); proficiency in German or French is a plus.
• Swiss or EU work authorization required.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of cancer patients.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a cutting-edge biotech company.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.