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Global Project Manager

The Emmes Company

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Remote · Rockville, MD · Posted September 4, 2026

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Global Project Manager

Be Part of One Team, One Purpose.

At Emmes Group , we’re shaping the future of clinical research— where human intelligence meets cutting-edge technology to drive meaningful advancements in healthcare. With over 47 years of scientific excellence , we’ve led groundbreaking research in cell and gene therapy, vaccines, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

Through our two business units— Emmes, a full-service CRO , and Veridix AI, our technology, data, and analytical solutions —we are modernizing clinical trials and accelerating the development of life-changing therapies.

We believe that every clinical breakthrough starts with people —people who are passionate, purpose-driven, and ready to make an impact. At Emmes Group, we bring People, Science, and Technology together to collaborate with our customers and deliver global health impact. Our culture is built on integrity, collaboration, and innovation , ensuring that every challenge is met with perseverance and accountability.

The Global Project Manager (GPM) is critical to the successful conduct of Biopharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials as a matrix leader of the core project team. The GPM is responsible for the successful delivery of a Biopharmaceutical project(s). The GPM will be client-facing and serve as the internal lead of the project through the life cycle of the study, ensuring effective project delivery in agreement with contracted project timeline and budget. The GPM directs project delivery by driving team and financial efficiency, work product quality, and is responsible for client satisfaction through relationship management.

Responsibilities

May serve as a primary lead for project bids and multi trial initiatives.

Ensures that deliverables for assigned projects are completed according to the contract budget, schedule, and quality standards. Effectively manages projects in all areas of performance.

Develops effective working relationships with clients, executive management, and project staff.

Collaborates with stakeholders to manage project issues, proactively identify and mitigate risks and drive milestone achievement.

Serves as the primary point of contact for biopharma clients. Demonstrates proficiency in knowledge and understanding of client needs.

Tracks project deliverables against contract using Emmes' tools. Proactively prepares presents study metrics to maintain transparency for internal external stakeholders.

Monitors trends and drives changes to the plan as needed; identifies risks to delivery and collaborates with the project team to develop mitigation plans to be presented to the client.

Ensures adherence to quality control expectations and milestone timelines for delivery of contractually required reports and deliverables.

Manages project resources i.e., budget, personnel, and subcontracts.

Identifies and manages change to scope and requests for out of scope activities.

Collaborates with Business Development, the Contracts Team, and executive management to ensure timely execution of contract amendments change orders.

Prospectively manages client expectations.

May present in bid defense meetings in collaboration with Business Development.

Develops study management plans in collaboration with core project team members.

Identifies and documents lessons learned from study successes and challenges to promote development of best practices.

Models and propagates Emmes' commitment to a culture of quality in all aspects of our deliverables, utilizing a solution based, science driven, value added approach in collaborating with clients.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Scientific discipline Required

7-9 years Demonstrating scientific principles appropriate in managing a clinical research portfolio including multi-phase research experience in a broad range of indications and client types. Required

1-3 years Pharmaceutical and/or CRO setting, serving in a global Trial Team Lead or Global Project Management role or equivalent position. Required

Demonstrable track record of success delivering complex and high priority clinical trials within agreed time, quality and cost working across multiple therapeutic areas, phases 1 to 4, in a global capacity. High

Demonstrated experience in developing and fostering client and internal relationships. High

Thorough understanding of ICH GCP and applicable global regulatory regulations and guidelines. High

Skilled in MS Office Suite of products and working knowledge of Clinical Trial Management Systems, electronic Trial Master File, and electronic Data Capture systems and solutions. High

Successful record in managing diverse staff and leading strong teams. High

Strong verbal and written communication skills High

If you’re looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact , join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.

Why work at Emmes?

At Emmes, your actions and hard work will have a direct impact on public health initiatives, both globally and in our local communities with opportunities for volunteerism through our Emmes Cares community engagement program. We offer a competitive benefits package focused on the health and needs of our growing workforce, including:

Flexible Approved Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Work From Home Anywhere in the US

Maternal/Paternal Leave

Casual Dress Code & Work Environment

CONNECT WITH US! Find us on LinkedIn:/the-emmes-group/ Visit our website: https://www.theemmesgroup.com/

The Emmes Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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May serve as a primary lead for project bids and multi trial initiatives.

Ensures that deliverables for assigned projects are completed according to the contract budget, schedule, and quality standards. Effectively manages projects in all areas of performance.

Develops effective working relationships with clients, executive management, and project staff.

Collaborates with stakeholders to manage project issues, proactively identify and mitigate risks and drive milestone achievement.

Serves as the primary point of contact for biopharma clients. Demonstrates proficiency in knowledge and understanding of client needs.

Tracks project deliverables against contract using Emmes' tools. Proactively prepares presents study metrics to maintain transparency for internal external stakeholders.

Monitors trends and drives changes to the plan as needed; identifies risks to delivery and collaborates with the project team to develop mitigation plans to be presented to the client.

Ensures adherence to quality control expectations and milestone timelines for delivery of contractually required reports and deliverables.

Manages project resources i.e., budget, personnel, and subcontracts.

Identifies and manages change to scope and requests for out of scope activities.

Collaborates with Business Development, the Contracts Team, and executive management to ensure timely execution of contract amendments change orders.

Prospectively manages client expectations.

May present in bid defense meetings in collaboration with Business Development.

Develops study management plans in collaboration with core project team members.

Identifies and documents lessons learned from study successes and challenges to promote development of best practices.

Models and propagates Emmes' commitment to a culture of quality in all aspects of our deliverables, utilizing a solution based, science driven, value added approach in collaborating with clients.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Bachelor's Degree Scientific discipline Required

7-9 years Demonstrating scientific principles appropriate in managing a clinical research portfolio including multi-phase research experience in a broad range of indications and client types. Required

1-3 years Pharmaceutical and/or CRO setting, serving in a global Trial Team Lead or Global Project Management role or equivalent position. Required

Demonstrable track record of success delivering complex and high priority clinical trials within agreed time, quality and cost working across multiple therapeutic areas, phases 1 to 4, in a global capacity. High

Demonstrated experience in developing and fostering client and internal relationships. High

Thorough understanding of ICH GCP and applicable global regulatory regulations and guidelines. High

Skilled in MS Office Suite of products and working knowledge of Clinical Trial Management Systems, electronic Trial Master File, and electronic Data Capture systems and solutions. High

Successful record in managing diverse staff and leading strong teams. High

Strong verbal and written communication skills High

If you’re looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact , join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.

Why work at Emmes?

At Emmes, your actions and hard work will have a direct impact on public health initiatives, both globally and in our local communities with opportunities for volunteerism through our Emmes Cares community engagement program. We offer a competitive benefits package focused on the health and needs of our growing workforce, including:

Flexible Approved Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Work From Home Anywhere in the US

Maternal/Paternal Leave

Casual Dress Code & Work Environment

CONNECT WITH US! Find us on LinkedIn:/the-emmes-group/ Visit our website: https://www.theemmesgroup.com/

The Emmes Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

#LI-Remote