Senior Project Manager - Oncology in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Project Manager - Oncology based in Canada.
This role sits at the center of global clinical trial execution, driving oncology studies from start-up through closeout with precision, accountability, and scientific rigor. You will lead cross-functional project teams in a highly regulated CRO environment, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met across complex clinical programs. Acting as both operational leader and client-facing partner, you will coordinate scientific, regulatory, and functional stakeholders to keep studies on track and aligned with contractual expectations. The role demands strong ownership, as you will oversee multiple moving parts across global trials while navigating shifting priorities and tight timelines. You will contribute directly to advancing innovative therapies, helping bring life-changing oncology treatments closer to patients. This is a collaborative, fast-paced environment where quality, integrity, and continuous improvement are central to delivery success.
- Lead end-to-end delivery of oncology clinical trials from start-up through closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, budget, and quality standards in a regulated CRO environment.
- Direct cross-functional project teams, coordinating clinical operations, scientific stakeholders, and functional leads to ensure seamless execution across all trial phases.
- Manage financial performance, including project budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, while ensuring profitability and alignment with contractual obligations.
- Serve as the primary client interface, managing expectations, providing progress updates, and resolving escalations or delivery challenges proactively.
- Oversee risk identification and mitigation strategies, ensuring issues are addressed quickly and effectively to maintain study continuity.
- Ensure all project deliverables meet regulatory, operational, and sponsor requirements while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
This role requires strong experience in clinical project management within a CRO environment, particularly in oncology studies, combined with the ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programs. Candidates should bring both operational discipline and strong communication skills to manage global teams and client relationships effectively.
- 6–7+ years of industry experience, including at least 5 years in clinical project management within a CRO setting, with proven oncology study experience.
- Strong understanding of clinical trial lifecycle management, project planning, budgeting, and operational delivery in regulated environments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple concurrent clinical projects.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex clinical and operational topics for diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with clinical project management tools and systems.
- University degree in Life Sciences or a related field preferred, along with the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-accountability environments.
- Competitive salary aligned with experience and industry benchmarks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (varies by location)
- Paid time off and flexible working arrangements (remote-first structure)
- Parental leave and family support programs
- Retirement savings options (e.g., 401(k) or local equivalents)
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
- Inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment focused on improving patient outcomes.