Senior Project Manager
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Position Name : Senior Project Manager
Location : Tokyo, Japan or Osaka, Japan
l Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON'S values which centers around our commitment to people, Clients and Performance.
l As a Manager, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
l Travel (approximately 25%} domestic and/or international
l Primary point of contact for designated complex, cross-functional, regional and/or global projects and responsible for developing successful working relationships with clients, and ensure repeat business return to ICON
l Responsible for project planning, scheduling and implementation
l Define project scope, resource requirements and deliverables
l Develop and maintain cross functional project management plans
l Responsible for risk mitigation strategies, associated action plan and issue resolution
l Responsible for managing cross-functional project team including ensuring all necessary project training is provided to assigned staff
l Provide direction and support to project team
l Manage projects in accordance with the contract
l Proactively manage any study budget including changes in scope
l Collaborate with Business Development
l Managing study invoicing procedures
l Track Project deliverables using appropriate tools
l Effectively monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
l Implement QC activities as necessary and monitor required quality metrics
l Develop a succession plan for core team members and in the event of a change to the team to ensure an effective handover
l Mentoring and training relevant project personnel as appropriate
l Participating in the interview process as necessary
l Maintain confidentiality of management information as appropriate
l Participate in business development activities including bid defense and proposal activities
l Participate in Company initiatives as requested
l Other duties as assigned
Qualification :
1. With 5+ years’ experience in PM skills, at least 8 years’ experience in pharmaceutical/clinical research industry;
2. Thorough knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations and a basic knowledge of the drug development and clinical trials process;
3. Previous experience within the industry including a satisfactory progression of responsibility and relevant experience working within a project team within clinical, DM, Statistical management etc.
4. The experience in leadership and/or management activities for a satisfactory progression is required;
5. Project management experience at regional/global level;
6. Excellent communication ability and skills for interacting among internal & external customer, especially in English; Native-level Japanese is a must.
7. Science degree or above education background, major in clinical or pharmacy area is preferred.
Benefits of Working in ICON
You will be working as a Leader with a great team of smart and energetic people. ICON will offer you a very competitive management benefits package. This does vary from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.
We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.
What’s Next
Following your application, if you have the necessary skills and experience for this job you will be invited to an initial telephone interview with one of our dedicated recruiters who will be able to provide you with more details of this opportunity.
ICON is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment
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