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Study Start-Up Project Manager

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Oct. 17, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences 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: Study Start-Up Project Manager

Location: United States (Remote)
Department: Site Activation & Maintenance
Job ID: 10828
Employment Type: Full-time


Job Summary

Medpace is seeking a Global Study Start-Up Project Manager to join the Clinical Operations team. This role is essential in managing clinical trial start-up, maintenance, and close-out activities efficiently. The position allows for strategic decision-making and active contribution to a growing, profitable organization.

Incentives: Competitive bonus program, sign-on/relocation bonus, and equity awards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage successful execution of global study start-up, maintenance, and close-out activities.

  • Lead team members effectively in a matrix environment.

  • Perform quality checks on submission documents and site essential documents.

  • Prepare and approve informed consent forms.

  • Serve as the Sponsor point of contact for start-up and regulatory submission items.

  • Review regulations and develop proactive solutions to start-up challenges.

  • Prepare new business proposals and present during bid defenses, capability meetings, and audits.

  • Contribute to the growth and development of departmental staff, processes, and systems.


Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Life Sciences preferred.

  • Experience: 5+ years in clinical research, preferably in a Senior/Lead role at a CRO in Study Start-Up.

  • Skills:

    • Project management experience with proven leadership ability.

    • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Travel: Minimal


About Medpace

Medpace is a full-service clinical CRO providing Phase I-IV clinical development services for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, with over 5,000 employees across 40+ countries. Medpace accelerates global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics with a scientific and disciplined approach, leveraging local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across major areas including:

  • Oncology

  • Cardiology

  • Metabolic Disease

  • Endocrinology

  • Central Nervous System

  • Anti-viral & Anti-infective


Why Medpace?

  • People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow.

  • Positive impact on patients and families globally.

  • Structured career paths with professional growth opportunities.

  • Flexible work environment and competitive PTO packages (starting at 20+ days).

  • Employee health and wellness initiatives.

  • Company-sponsored employee appreciation events.

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

  • Discounts for local businesses.


Awards & Recognition

  • Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer

  • Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies (2021–2024)

  • CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine


Next Steps

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, contact you with details for next steps.