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Novartis·Pharma·3 days ago
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Clinical Project Manager

Montreal, CanadaFull-timeHybridMid · 5-10 yearsClinical Operations Manager

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  • clinical research
  • Good Clinical Practice
  • project management
  • risk management

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What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of clinical studies from site initiation through study close-out.
  • Drive study execution, tracking progress, timelines, risks and mitigation plans across assigned countries.
  • Partner with global and local teams to achieve recruitment, quality and data delivery goals.
  • Chair study team meetings and act as the primary operational contact for assigned studies.
  • Monitor study performance and resolve operational challenges to maintain delivery against commitments.
  • Champion compliance, patient safety and quality standards throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and inspection readiness activities across the study portfolio.

What they're looking for

  • Degree in a scientific, healthcare or related discipline.
  • Experience leading clinical studies or complex clinical research projects.
  • Strong understanding of the clinical drug development process and study execution activities.
  • Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams within a matrix environment.
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ethical requirements and clinical research regulations.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

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Job Description Summary

#LI-Hybrid

Location: Montreal, Canada
Additional Location: Toronto, Canada

Relocation Support: This role is based in Toronto, Canada. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Imagine leading clinical studies that have the potential to transform patient outcomes around the world. As a Clinical Project Manager at Novartis, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of clinical trials, driving execution from site initiation through to study close-out. Working across diverse teams and geographies, you will coordinate study activities, manage risks, champion quality and compliance, and ensure key milestones are achieved. This is an exciting opportunity to combine project leadership, collaboration and operational excellence to help bring innovative medicines to patients faster.


 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of clinical studies from site initiation through study close-out.

  • Drive study execution, tracking progress, timelines, risks and mitigation plans across assigned countries.

  • Partner with global and local teams to achieve recruitment, quality and data delivery goals.

  • Chair study team meetings and act as the primary operational contact for assigned studies.

  • Monitor study performance and resolve operational challenges to maintain delivery against commitments.

  • Champion compliance, patient safety and quality standards throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and inspection readiness activities across the study portfolio.

Essential Requirements

  • Degree in a scientific, healthcare or related discipline.

  • Experience leading clinical studies or complex clinical research projects.

  • Strong understanding of the clinical drug development process and study execution activities.

  • Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams within a matrix environment.

  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ethical requirements and clinical research regulations.

  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

At Novartis Canada, we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate, with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey – from drug development, to diagnosis, to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data, technology, and partnerships. 

Research & Development: we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolic, Immunology, Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands, which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years, our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million, and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada. 

  

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representatives of the patients and communities we serve. 


 

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Company

NovartisPharma
Montreal, Canada

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Sourced from Novartis's careers site·first seen 17 Sept 2026·last verified 17 Sept 2026·How we source jobs

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