Lead Project Manager, Clinical Trials

Overview

Are you a clinically credentialed project management professional with deep expertise in oncology clinical trials? Join CVP in supporting a high-priority, high-visibility federal healthcare initiative where your leadership will directly advance cancer care delivery and research outcomes for some of the nation's most deserving patients.

CVP is seeking a Lead Project Manager, Clinical Trials with hands-on oncology clinical trials leadership experience and a strong federal or integrated healthcare system background. In this role, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of clinical trials workstreams within a complex, multi-site healthcare transformation program. The ideal candidate brings clinical credibility, strong project management discipline, and the ability to navigate the unique regulatory and operational demands of oncology clinical research in a federal environment.

The Lead Project Manager, Clinical Trials will collaborate closely with the Lead Program Manager, clinical research staff, and federal stakeholders to ensure trials-related workstreams are executed with precision, compliance, and a relentless focus on patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of oncology clinical trials workstreams, including planning, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, trial timelines, risk registers, and status reporting for clinical trials activities
• Coordinate across clinical research teams, IRB, regulatory bodies, and operational stakeholders to ensure compliant and timely trial execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical trials-related stakeholder engagement, including research leadership, clinical staff, and federal program sponsors
• Establish and maintain trial performance metrics, data collection protocols, and outcome tracking frameworks
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and regulatory dependencies across clinical trials workstreams
• Support development of trial-related documentation, protocols, SOPs, and briefing materials
• Collaborate with the Lead PM and cross-functional teams to ensure clinical trials activities align with broader program objectives and timelines
• Contribute to process improvement efforts to enhance trial efficiency, compliance, and patient enrollment outcomes
• Mentor and support junior project management staff supporting clinical trials activities

Qualifications

• MD, RN, or Nurse Practitioner (NP) required
• 5+ years of direct experience leading oncology clinical trials, including multi-site or federally sponsored research programs
• Strong working knowledge of clinical trial regulatory requirements, IRB processes, and GCP guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex project workstreams in fast-paced federal or integrated healthcare environments
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with ability to communicate effectively across clinical, research, and administrative audiences
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required

Desired Skills

• Experience within VA, NCI, NIH, or other federal health research environments
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Clinical Research Associate (CRA) certification
• Familiarity with federal program management frameworks and compliance requirements

This position is contingent upon program award. We are proactively recruiting qualified candidates in advance of contract award.

About CVP

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.