Project Associate - Clinical Trials (Remote)

About the role

Syneos Health is hiring a Project Associate, ideally suited to a Clinical Trial Associate (CTA) or Project Specialist, working remotely. The role drives and supports project management activities for clinical trials, from single-service studies to full-scope or multi-protocol and global projects. It involves coordinating tasks, keeping documentation, communicating with stakeholders and managing timelines and budgets. The associate may work at Sr. Project Associate level within a large project team or on a small project.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the planning and execution of clinical trial elements in partnership with the Project Lead.
• Ensure projects stay on strict timelines and within budget.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for efficient execution.
• Analyze project performance to support short- and long-term goals.
• Maintain and distribute study-specific financial reports and contribute to the study's financial health.
• Document project scope and objectives with all relevant stakeholders.
• Lead communication between team members and escalate risks and issues.
• Maintain project management systems, tools and methodologies.
• Drive quality assurance, including audit and internal review preparation and resolution of issues.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, nursing, project management or a related field, or equivalent education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time and work independently.
• Effective verbal and written English; ability to travel occasionally (about 5%) preferred.

Required skills

• High proficiency with full MS Office applications and/or project management software.
• Strong written and spoken communication and presentation skills.