Project Manager

Summary

Avania is a clinical research and medical device organization seeking a Project Manager to lead clinical and medical device trials from planning through delivery. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages timelines, finances, vendors, risks, resources, and protocol-compliant deliverables while supporting quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead US-based and global clinical or medical device trials, coordinating work across Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Programming, Data Management, and other functions
• Build and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements using tools such as Microsoft Project or Gantt charts
• Monitor project finances, including scope, monthly invoicing, unit- or milestone-based deliverables, revenue performance, profit margins, and potential financial losses
• Identify when changes in scope or change orders are needed and communicate the supporting rationale clearly
• Manage external vendors and ensure their work aligns with project requirements, timelines, and quality expectations
• Review study protocols and ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with protocol requirements
• Identify risks early, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues appropriately
• Maintain regular communication with functional leads to understand priorities, resource needs, dependencies, and progress
• Navigate competing priorities collaboratively and support effective resource planning across projects
• Use performance metrics and KPIs to monitor execution and support strategic alignment
• Contribute to standardized project management processes and a culture of continuous improvement

Skills

• A college degree
• Strong project management skills, including timeline development, resource planning, financial oversight, risk management, and execution
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams without needing to be the subject-matter expert in every function
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities, identify issues early, and maintain focus on quality
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to empowerment, ownership, and accountability
• Clinical Operations experience is helpful but not required
• We also welcome candidates whose clinical research background is in areas such as Biostatistics, Programming, or Data Management and who have developed strong trial leadership skills
• Ideally 3–5 years of experience in the clinical research industry, including experience leading clinical trials
• Experience with medical device trials or global clinical trials
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Microsoft Project or similar project planning tools is helpful

Qualifications

Must Haves

• A college degree
• Strong project management skills, including timeline development, resource planning, financial oversight, risk management, and execution
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams without needing to be the subject-matter expert in every function
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities, identify issues early, and maintain focus on quality
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to empowerment, ownership, and accountability
• Clinical Operations experience is helpful but not required
• We also welcome candidates whose clinical research background is in areas such as Biostatistics, Programming, or Data Management and who have developed strong trial leadership skills

Nice to Haves

• Ideally 3–5 years of experience in the clinical research industry, including experience leading clinical trials
• Experience with medical device trials or global clinical trials
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Microsoft Project or similar project planning tools is helpful

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Benefits
• Remote based role
• Hands-on coaching and development
• Opportunities for continued development and career progression