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Senior Associate/Manager - Clinical Trial Foundations (Ctf) Project Management

3+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 30, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, LifeScience Graduates Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Senior Associate/Manager - Clinical Trial Foundations (CTF) Project Management
Location: Cork, Ireland
Job Type: Full Time, Regular
Job Id: R-76463


Company Overview

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with employees worldwide working to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them. Our commitment to improving lives through science and healthcare extends to our workplace, where we prioritize personal development, diversity, and collaboration.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Associate/Manager for Clinical Trial Foundations (CTF) Project Management in Cork, Ireland. In this role, you will help drive project management activities that support the development of contemporary clinical trial processes, technologies, and capabilities. As part of the Clinical Design, Delivery & Analytics (CDDA) team, you will integrate project management processes and tools to achieve operational goals, ensuring that clinical trials are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teams across CTF, CDDA, and other functions, such as Quality, Finance, Procurement, and Information & Digital Solutions (IDS), ensuring alignment with overall strategies and objectives. You will lead cross-functional teams, apply project management expertise, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across clinical trial processes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

  • Scope Management: Ensure project scope is aligned with objectives, resources, and timeline. Proactively manage scope changes through collaboration with project sponsors.
  • Schedule Management: Develop and oversee execution of project plans, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met. Hold team members accountable for achieving project deliverables on time.
  • Organizational Change Management: Develop communication plans and deliver project-specific training to support effective implementation and alignment with strategic goals.
  • Cost Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with goals. Identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining project value.

Risk & Issue Management

  • Risk Management: Monitor and anticipate risks throughout the project lifecycle, working with the team to prioritize and mitigate risks. Implement contingency plans as necessary.
  • Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve project-related issues, escalating as appropriate to senior leadership.

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative work environment and ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate effectively across functional areas to ensure smooth project execution and integration with overall business objectives.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Manage communications with key stakeholders and ensure they are informed of key decisions and project milestones.

Process & Continuous Improvement

  • Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement within clinical trial processes and actively contribute to process optimization initiatives.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Share learning and best practices across teams, helping to build knowledge and enhance performance across the organization.

Governance & Documentation

  • Ensure governance processes are followed and maintain all required project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, meeting minutes, and status updates.
  • Manage vendor contracts, purchase orders, invoicing, and other procurement-related activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

  • A Pharm.D., Master’s degree, or a four-year degree in a health-related, scientific, or engineering field.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, drug development, and/or project management.
  • Familiarity with clinical trial processes and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, SAP, SharePoint).

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong communication skills (both oral and written) with the ability to present clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, able to identify issues, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, leveraging interpersonal and team-building skills.
  • Leadership capabilities with the ability to influence without direct authority and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., risk management, scope management, cost management).

Additional Preferences

  • Advanced degrees or certifications such as MS, MBA, PMP, or Six Sigma.
  • Experience with emerging technologies, system changes, and/or automation.
  • Familiarity with vendor management and procurement processes.
  • Experience with data visualizations and project management/finance systems (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau).

Other Information

  • Limited travel (up to 10%), including international travel.
  • Candidates applying internally should inform their supervisor prior to application.

Benefits & Work Environment

Eli Lilly Cork offers a dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with access to a variety of benefits, including:

  • Flexible working options (hybrid working model)
  • Healthcare, pension, and life assurance benefits
  • Subsidized canteen and onsite gym
  • Travel subsidies and parking
  • Employee development programs, educational assistance, and wellness initiatives

Lilly is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), ensuring an environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage diversity in the workplace.


If you're passionate about contributing to global healthcare through project management in clinical trial foundations, apply today to join a dedicated team focused on improving lives worldwide.


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