Project Lead (Clinical development)

Location remote
Offer description

ExecMind is a Life Science Executive Search company connecting life sciences companies with visionary leaders and world-class scientists.

 

We partner with our clients to find world-class scientific talents that deliver high-quality contributions to their companies. Connecting people with strong aptitude and passion for their work with companies that share their vision and values is why we do what we do.

  

 

We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for a Project Lead (Clinical development) at a growing and ambitious company in the field of innovative therapies. 

Together with our Client we are seeking a strong professional with a scientific background and a passion for driving success in drug development.

The ideal Candidate combines a strong understanding of drug development processes with proven experience in managing R&D projects within the pharmaceutical industry ensuring scientific and operational alignment across all work packages. Their primary mission will be to lead the execution of a grant-funded project, ensuring timely preparation of the Phase II clinical trial protocol and regulatory documentation. 

 
Key responsibilities
  • Lead the end-to-end clinical development project, coordinating Phase II clinical trial with focus on scientific excellence, timelines, and milestones.
  • Completion of the clinical trial protocol and preparation of the clinical trial authorization application in line with the schedule defined by the Company.
  • Development of a regulatory strategy.
  • Execution of the project financed through external funding in accordance with the approved grant application including timely delivery of scientific and clinical milestones.
  • Implementation of project management tools and best practices.
  • Establishment of efficient communication within the project team and acting as the main point of contact for investigators, CROs and other external partners involved in the trial. 
  • Defining a detailed project plan, schedule, and budget, and coordinating team activities.
  • Identification and close collaboration with subcontractors, consultants, and KOLs (e.g., providers of regulatory consulting services for medicinal products, drug manufacturers, CROs for clinical trials, bioanalytical laboratories, clinicians, etc.).
  • Contracting subcontractors and supervision of their work.
  • Oversight of the project budget.
  • Preparation of progress reports and summaries and reporting to the Management Board for strategic decision-making.
  • Preparation of materials (descriptions, budget assumptions) for project funding applications.
Key requirements
  • University degree in Life Sciences (e.g. biology would be welcome).
  • Knowledge of human drug product development processes (quality requirements, role of regulatory authorities, etc.).
  • Proven experience in project management within the biopharmaceutical industry, particularly in R&D projects focused on the drug development stage. 
  • Documented project management skills, including creating and managing schedules, budgets, and risks (already developed project management toolkit that can be efficiently adapted to new projects).
  • Experience in implementing publicly funded projects (particularly in conducting subcontractor selection processes in line with the principle of competitiveness).
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Description

The offer:

  • Employment form: full-time and remote mode of work. Contract of employment.
  • Employee Benefits: Private medical care, subsidized Multisport access. 

 

If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, we encourage you to submit your application. Our team will carefully review your CV and contact you with feedback and details on the next steps.

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Last modified Tuesday, March 3, 2026
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