Planisware Project Manager - Clinical Trials

VARITE is looking for qualified Clinical Trial Planning & Data Support (Remote).
 
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
An American biopharmaceutical company that focuses on researching and developing antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, influenza, and COVID-19.
 
WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
 
Job Title: Clinical Trial Planning & Data Support
Location: Remote
Contract Duration: 12 months (Possible Extension)
Pay Rate Range: $50.00 - $56.11/hr on W2
Work Authorization: Only USC or GC
 
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO
Job Description:

• We are committed to delivering transformative therapies to patients with unmet medical needs. The Contractor, Clinical Trial Planning & Data Support (Level C3) supports development programs by maintaining portfolio planning systems, ensuring data quality, and enabling consistent reporting across the organization.
• This mid-level contractor role is responsible for independently executing planning system support, data stewardship, and reporting activities. The contractor will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain reliable planning data and support portfolio decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Planisware user support, including
• project plan oversight to ensure data/timeline accuracy
• project plan integrations and scenario planning
• troubleshooting system issues
• manage and escalate support tickets as needed
• Assist Program Ops Resource Manager with resource forecasting activities, including coordinating the design, development, and validation of forecasting algorithms.
• Monitor data quality across systems, dashboards, and portfolio reports
• Ensure consistency of metrics and definitions across reporting outputs
• Support the delivery of user onboarding and training and maintain job aids and system documentation
• Participate in system operations activities, including:
• User acceptance testing (UAT)
• System upgrades and releases
• Provide sprint support and validation activities
• Support user access management and data governance, ensuring appropriate handling of sensitive data
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve planning processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, project management, information systems, or a related field
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical development, or Medical Affairs operations/planning environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of Planisware experience supporting planning systems or clinical trial planning
• Familiarity with the clinical development lifecycle and R&D processes
• Experience in project planning, portfolio support, or R&D operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment

Proficiency with:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• SharePoint or similar collaboration tools
• Reporting/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire – preferred)

Leveling – Contractor III (C3) Expectations:
This role is aligned to Level C3 (Mid-Level Contractor / Specialist) and is expected to:

• Work independently within defined processes to manage planning data and system updates
• Provide hands-on execution and user support with limited oversight
• Exercise sound judgment in resolving issues and maintaining data integrity
• Support moderately complex planning and reporting activities
• Collaborate effectively across teams without formal leadership responsibility

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Detail-oriented, systems-savvy, and highly organized
• Comfortable working with planning systems and structured data
• Able to integrate quickly into a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Demonstrates accountability, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills

BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

 
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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.