Project Manager in Clinical Research | 2 Projektmanager:innen (m/w/d) in der klinischen Forschung (Vollzeit oder Teilzeit)

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Feb 20, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves managing clinical trials at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) within the Clinical Trial Office. You will be responsible for overseeing sponsor processes for Investigator Initiated Trials (IITs) in accordance with the German Medicines Act (AMG). Day-to-day activities include coordinating administrative and scientific departments, documenting sponsor oversight, managing project meetings, and developing standardized operating procedures (SOPs). You will also play a key role in the National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) by participating in regulatory reviews and strategic process optimization. This position is ideal for professionals with a background in life sciences who enjoy organizational coordination and regulatory compliance. The role offers a highly flexible working environment with options for part-time and mobile work, set within a world-class research infrastructure dedicated to the mission of a life without cancer.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in medicine, life sciences, or natural sciences (PhD preferred).

Experience

  • Professional experience in clinical research and project management is preferred
  • Experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or Monitor is advantageous
  • Professional experience in coordinating administrative and scientific departments
  • Experience in documenting regulatory processes and maintaining clinical databases
  • Proven track record in organizational and communication-heavy roles

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Evidence of measles immunity is required per the Infection Protection Act (IfSG). The position is initially limited to 2 years with a possibility of extension. Location: Heidelberg, Germany.