Head of Project Management for Clinical Trials | Biologe (m/w/d)
Medizinische Fakultät Heidelberg
Job Summary
This leadership role at the Coordination Center for Clinical Trials (KKS) at Heidelberg University Hospital involves overseeing the organizational management of the Project Management department. You will lead a team of approximately 20 employees across units such as Submissions, Medical Writing, and Start-up. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding staff on project-related issues, managing budgets, and ensuring the creation of essential clinical trial documents and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will represent the department internally on the management board and externally within the KKS network. This position is ideal for an experienced professional looking to coordinate complex clinical research projects in an interdisciplinary environment. The role offers a high degree of variety, combining administrative oversight with postgraduate teaching and personnel development. The university provides a structured induction, flexible working hours, and mobile work options, making it a highly attractive opportunity within one of Germany's most prestigious medical faculties.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Natural Sciences or Medicine, or equivalent professional experience in clinical research.
Experience
- 3 years of professional experience as a Project Manager for highly regulated clinical trials or in a comparable position
- Professional experience in personnel leadership and staff management
- Experience in coordinating clinical trials and research projects in administrative and organizational capacities
- Experience in personnel recruitment, performance reviews, and professional development supervision
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Additional
- Valid proof of measles immunity is required per the Infection Protection Act. Location: Heidelberg. Travel or specific certifications not otherwise specified beyond clinical research background.