PE Global is recruiting a Clinical Project Associate to support an AI-enabled Clinical Design Lab within a leading global pharmaceutical company. This initiative is part of a strategic effort to integrate artificial intelligence into clinical trial design and development processes.
The successful candidate will provide project management and cross-functional coordination support to ensure timely delivery of key milestones across multiple teams, including clinical, data science, digital, and operational functions. The role is an initial 12-month contract and the rate for this role is £200-400/day Umbrella based on experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the planning, tracking, and delivery of activities within the AI-enabled Clinical Design Lab.
* Maintain and update detailed project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
* Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between clinical, data science, and technology teams.
* Assist in identifying and managing project risks, issues, and dependencies; support mitigation planning.
* Prepare and maintain project documentation, including agendas, meeting minutes, and action logs.
* Assist with report and presentation preparation (e.g., PowerPoint summaries for senior stakeholders).
* Facilitate communication across internal stakeholders to ensure project alignment and visibility.
* Support change management and adoption activities related to AI and digital initiatives in clinical development.
* Monitor project performance metrics, ensuring data accuracy and quality in deliverables.
* Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and knowledge sharing within the Clinical Design Lab.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, or a related field.
* 2–3 years of experience in project coordination or project management within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
* Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally across clinical, data, and/or digital teams.
* Solid understanding of the drug development and clinical trial process.
* Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project tracking tools.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven stakeholder management experience.
* Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Desirable:
* Experience supporting AI, digital, or data-driven initiatives in clinical or R&D settings.
* Familiarity with change management or digital transformation projects.
* Understanding of agile project management principles.
Please note PE Global cannot assist with visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the full right to live and work in the UK for at least the next 12 months.