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Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 10 Nov)
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- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree





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The role
At IQVIA, our Clinical Project Managers play a critical role in bringing innovative medicines to patients worldwide. You'll lead the delivery of clinical trials, partnering with sponsors and cross-functional teams to ensure studies are executed efficiently, compliantly and with a focus on quality, timelines and patient impact.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional and global clinical studies while expanding your project leadership expertise within one of the world's leading clinical research organizations.
What you'll do
- Lead the delivery of regional and global clinical studies or assigned study workstreams from start-up through close-out
- Build strong relationships with sponsors, serving as a primary or key project contact and ensuring an exceptional customer experience
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and study objectives
- Develop and execute study management plans to support successful study delivery
- Manage study timelines, budgets, quality, risks and operational performance throughout the project lifecycle
- Drive proactive issue resolution, risk mitigation and stakeholder alignment to ensure successful study outcomes
- Support financial oversight, forecasting, change control and vendor management activities where applicable
- Ensure studies are delivered in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, SOPs and contractual commitments
- Contribute to continuous improvement through lessons learned, best-practice sharing and support of developing team members
Why Join Global Study Leadership?
Global Study Leadership is a global, full-service team delivering clinical trials through both therapeutically aligned and customer-dedicated delivery models. You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of studies across Oncology, Rare Disease, CNS, Cardiovascular, Immunology, Respiratory, Cell & Gene Therapy, Infectious Disease, Ophthalmology and Women's Health, while partnering with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology sponsors around the world.
Working alongside experienced project leaders and cross-functional experts, you'll have opportunities to broaden your clinical research knowledge, strengthen your project management capabilities and develop sponsor-facing and leadership skills. Supported by a collaborative global network, mentorship, flexible ways of working and AI-enabled technology and data-driven insights, you'll be empowered to accelerate your growth and build a rewarding career within one of the world's leading clinical research organizations.
What You'll Be Doing
As a key member of the project leadership team, you'll be responsible for the successful delivery of clinical studies or study workstreams, ensuring projects meet quality, timeline, budget, regulatory and customer objectives.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related scientific discipline
- 5+ years of clinical research experience, including project management experience within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment
- Experience leading clinical studies, study workstreams, or cross-functional project teams
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial conduct, ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to manage study timelines, risks, quality, budgets and operational performance
- Experience building effective sponsor and stakeholder relationships within a global environment
- Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while balancing multiple priorities
- Passion for advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes
Build Your Future with IQVIA
If you're looking for a role that combines clinical trial delivery, project leadership, sponsor partnership and career growth, we'd love to hear from you. At IQVIA, you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative studies, collaborate with industry-leading sponsors, leverage cutting-edge technology and develop your career within a global organization dedicated to transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes worldwide.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.
Hiring process
1 interview
- Other interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise specified.
- Most interviews are conducted in English unless otherwise specified. However, some questions may be asked in local language.
- The use of AI support during an interview or online assessment is strictly prohibited and grounds for disqualification.
About IQVIA
IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. The company combines healthcare data, analytics, and technology expertise to help stakeholders in life sciences, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers, drive healthcare forward. With over 90,000 employees worldwide, IQVIA operates in more than 100 countries, providing end-to-end solutions from clinical trials to commercialization.
In Spain, IQVIA has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key hub for clinical research and healthcare consulting in Southern Europe. The company actively hires international professionals for roles in clinical operations, data management, regulatory affairs, and commercial consulting, offering a multicultural and English-speaking work environment. For international candidates, IQVIA provides a structured career path with opportunities to work on global projects, making it an attractive option for those looking to build a career in the healthcare and life sciences sector in Spain.
- Industry
- Clinical Research and Health Data
- Founded
- 1982
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Durham, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- IQVIA operates in over 100 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work on global projects and potentially transfer between offices.
- The company's Spain offices in Madrid and Barcelona are major hubs for clinical research and consulting in Southern Europe, with many roles requiring English as the working language.
- IQVIA offers structured career development programs and a global mobility framework, making it feasible for international hires to progress within the company.
- The company is a leader in healthcare data and technology, providing exposure to cutting-edge AI and data analytics applications in the life sciences sector.
- Many roles in Spain are offered as remote or hybrid positions, providing flexibility for international candidates.
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