Project Manager - EP
Primary Location: Germany, Berlin Job ID R0000041076 Category Project Leadership Date Posted 04/28/2026Overview
As a part of the global Project Leadership group at Parexel, you are responsible for leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality and patient-focused clinical trials and help bring life-changing treatments to market faster. You collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to identify project requirements, develop project plans, and manage project timelines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for improving patients' lives.
In return, Parexel offers a supportive work environment, and a high degree of empowerment and accountability to lead your studies. Within this role, you work with a diverse set of clients and therapeutic areas, and you are encouraged to take on new challenges and pursue your interests.
Success Profile
Do you have these soft skills and interpersonal traits to succeed at Parexel?
- Adaptable
- Communicator
- Collaborative
- Leadership
- Proactive
- Problem-solver
About This Role
An exciting opportunity for a Project Manager for our Early Phase Unit in Berlin. This role is a full-time and office-based position that will manage Phase I and II studies.
The Project Manager (PM) leads the Parexel and Sponsor teams by combining a depth of clinical research experience and project management skills with insight into sponsor pressures and an ability to develop the right solution for each sponsor.
Accountable for the successful delivery of projects/programs (on time, on budget, to the highest quality) compliant with ICH, GCP, and other applicable documents and regulations. Ensures the project teams achieve operational excellence and successful execution of the clinical operations and logistical strategy.
Key Accountabilities:
- Initiate, plan, manage and close out of Phase I and II projects with all departments of the EPCU Berlin including external vendors and external units as required
- Owns the sponsor relationship and is responsible for sponsor communications.
- Provides a central point of study contact on behalf of the functional teams and vendors.
- Continuous reporting and update of project progress including communication internally and with sponsor and external vendors
- Lead team meetings on a regular basis with project team to ensure project objectives are met.
- Budget control for Phase I and II studies including: Service inquiries with external vendors, Budget and contract negotiation with sponsors and external vendors, Forecasting, tracking and invoicing
- Understands and ensures compliance with SOP's, contract terms and system requirements.
- Responsible for the setup of project specific training in Parexel system and oversight of training.
Skills & Knowledge
- Proven Project Management experience in the field of clinical research
- Experience as a functional team leader in clinical/data management/logistics function or proven experience in coordinating clinical trials
- Presentation, speaking skills in English and German
- Organizational talent and Ability to work under pressure and multitask
- In depth knowledge of guidelines, ICH-GCP and AMG.
- Solid computer and internet skills including knowledge of MS Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project).
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in a science related filed or a wealth of related work experience as a clinical research project manager.
- Scientific / Medical / Pharmacology background desirable.
Potential Career Path
Parexel offers a growth path with diverse therapeutic areas and clients, so you can grow according to your interests.
- Associate Project Leader
- Project Leader
- Senior Project Leader
- Associate Project Director
- Project Director
- Director, Project Leadership
- Senior Director, Project Leadership
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