Clinical project manager

The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is seeking a Clinical Project manager to join its team on a fixed contract (CDD – 12 months), starting in November 2026, at its headquarters in Sophia Antipolis, France.

Role Overview

The Clinical Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of observational research programmes, ensuring the delivery of high-quality evidence that supports the ESC's scientific and clinical objectives. The role combines project leadership, stakeholder management, and operational excellence to deliver studies on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

The Registries Department manages a portfolio of observational studies from project conception through to publication. These observational studies are divided into two main categories:

• Snapshot studies, which provide a cross‑sectional view of a defined set of variables at a specific point in time across common cardiovascular conditions. Their primary objective is to assess the level of adherence of cardiology practice to the Clinical Practice Guidelines developed by the European Society of Cardiology.
• Registry studies, which are conducted over a longer period and may include patient follow‑up. These studies primarily focus on rare cardiovascular diseases and prevention, generating real‑world evidence to support a better understanding of disease patterns, patient outcomes, and the effectiveness of clinical care.

As Clinical Project Manager, you will:

• Lead the operational activities related to the planning, execution, and close‑out of observational research studies and associated projects.
• Ensure studies are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements, internal procedures, and all applicable regulatory standards.
• Coordinate the end‑to‑end study execution process, from initiation through completion.
• Monitor study timelines and deliverables, proactively identify risks and issues, and oversee the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Plan, initiate, manage, and close primary data collection activities in collaboration with the Data Management team.
• Assume responsibility for the management and monitoring of approved study budgets.

Stakeholder and Project Leadership

• Act as the primary point of contact between the Study Chair, Task Force members, and the project team, ensuring timely study start‑up, conduct, and closure in accordance with approved project specifications.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to ensure delivery against quality, timeline, and budget objectives.
• Make a significant contribution to key study documentation, including study protocols, Case Report Forms (CRFs), and Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), in collaboration with the Study Chair.
• Organise and participate in data review meetings with the Study Chair, Data Manager, and Statistician to ensure data quality and study progress.
• Provide guidance and support to project team members and may act as a mentor for new colleagues joining the department.

Profile

Hard Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• At least five years of experience in clinical research, including significant experience in observational studies, clinical registries, post‑market investigations, and real‑world evidence programmes.
• Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements.
• Sound understanding of clinical research processes and regulatory compliance applicable to observational studies and registries.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate and address issues effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Other: Willingness to travel.

Contract

• Fixed term contract (12 months as from 11/2026 to 10/2027) based in Sophia‑Antipolis
• French labour law provisions

Application

• A CV
• Your availability (notice period, relocation, work permit…)
• Your salary expectations (gross / year)

Conditions

- Fixed salary + 13th month and vacation bonus (1%)

- Possibility of teleworking up to 3 days a