New · posted Nov 1
IQVIA · Pharmaceuticals
Clinical Program Manager
- Durham, NC
- On-site
- Full-time
- Manager
The role
We are looking for Senior Project Leaders/Clinical Program Managers to join our innovative and dynamic group of global professionals dedicated to assisting our clients in driving healthcare forward. This is an important and high-profile role within our sponsor-dedicated business unit to enable medical breakthroughs that advance healthcare and patient treatment options around the world.
As Senior Project Leader/Clinical Program Manager you will liaise directly between IQVIA/sponsor functions and the customer, acting as that accountable point for delivery and quality whilst maintaining financial control. You will manage cross functional teams across this global organization and be supported by domain experts in every function, enabled by best-in-class technology and data analytics. This role owns study and or program level timelines and planning;
Microsoft Project (MSP) expertise is a must-have, as well as developed analytic skills.
Key collaborators are the Clinical Lead for site management, the Project Vendor Manager, the Project Management Analyst for project coordination, tracking and financial analysis, and the Site Activation Manager an expert in start-up.
IQVIA’s size and global footprint will present you with the breadth of opportunities necessary to develop your career.
What you need
- Bachelors Degree
- Professional Project Management certification is preferred
- A minimum of 5 years’ in Clinical Project Management in industry/CRO/business experience is required in clinical drug development
- and/or clinical operations, clinical R&D experience preferred.
- Prior experience leading a cross-functional global teams is required
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict and influence teams without direct authority
- Successful experience in planning and management of governance bodies is preferred
- Proficient in MS Project is required
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.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $93,100.00 - $285,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
What you'll do
Typically assigned to one or two projects, or a program, responsibilities might include
- Leading global cross-functional project team delivery, accountable for achievement of milestones and quality of contracted scope
- Serving as the primary contact with the customer for progress and governance
- Developing study management plans and ensuring consistent use of study tools, training materials and compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures
- Anticipating risk and implementing mitigation strategies
- Managing study team assignments, accountability and resource requirements
- Ensuring the study budget is managed proactively including scope changes and financial systems are accurate
Pay and benefits
$93,100 – $285,500 a year
Employer providedHealth and welfare benefits
Incentive plans
Bonuses
Where you'll work
Durham, NCOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
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IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · November 1, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 13% above the US median for Clinical Project Management roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Manager roles in North Carolina5 roles publishing pay
Manager roles in the US18 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $93,100 | — | $285,500 |
| North Carolina (middle half) | $163,000 | $163,000 | $189,500 |
| All US (middle half) | $159,250 | $167,500 | $183,875 |
This role: IQVIA's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Project Management roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 1, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Project Management
The general path across 37 open Clinical Project Management roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not IQVIA's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 21 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership7
- Clinical trial conduct3
- GMP and compliance1
- Lab testing and methods1
- Documentation and SOPs1
- Validation and qualification1
Company hiring pulse
IQVIA on Regulatory Jobs
- 83
- Open roles
- 59
- Distinct roles
- 26
- Locations
By discipline
- Clinical72 87%
- Regulatory7 8%
- Quality4 5%
By level
- Associate & Specialist43 52%
- Manager15 18%
- Senior & Principal15 18%
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Clinical Program Manager at IQVIA
Open until filled. $93K–$286K a year, employer provided.