Senior Project Director

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Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Analytics • Biotech
Tempus is a data-driven precision medicine company bringing the power of data and artificial intelligence to healthcare.
The Role
The Senior Project Director is responsible for leading cross-functional project teams in oncology clinical research studies. This role involves managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and regulatory compliance while providing mentorship and acting as the primary contact for clients. Additionally, they facilitate effective teamwork and ensure the delivery of project objectives within specified guidelines.
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Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

Responsible for overall cross-functional leadership of assigned project(s) and project team(s) to  ensure delivery within specified budgets and timelines and in accordance with applicable regulatory  guidelines/requirements, Tempus Compass Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and project  specific instructions. 

Independently serves as Program Manager, Global Project Lead or Project Manager on oncology clinical research studies applying and providing guidance to clients and team members on best  practices tailored to the applicable project, patient population, investigational product and client. Act as a role model and coach for the project team. Expected to build positive rapport with the internal and  external project teams.  

May have line management responsibilities for Project Management personnel. May have department level responsibilities related to Project Management strategic development and continuous  improvement of processes. Serves in a mentorship role with minimal supervision and guidance.  

Job Responsibilities: 

Working as Program Manager, Global Project Lead or Project Manager, tasks may include but are not  limited to:  

  • Manage the assigned project(s) scope of work and associated contractual agreements including  recognizing and negotiating changes in scope 
  • Act as primary point of contact for clients and collaborate with them to proactively provide win/win solutions 
  • Manage the assigned project(s) throughout the project lifecycle from start-up to close-out
  • Lead cross-functional teams and third parties/vendors to ensure effective teamwork and  communication 
  • Manage and analyze project deliverables including timeline, quality, scope, and financials
  • Develop project-specific plan(s) as required, including the Project Management Plan 
  • In conjunction with functional area leads and client, recommend, implement and oversee operational strategies as well as risk management plans inclusive of the Risk Assessment Categorization Tool (RACT)  
  • Lead project meetings including creation and maintenance of agendas, actions, decisions and  issues.  
  • Ensure inspection ready Trial Master File (TMF) for the duration of project(s); perform maintenance  tasks such as filing; lead periodic quality reviews; prepare for audits and project archiving
  • Maintain and update project-related systems such as the project specific SharePoint site(s) and/or  other tracking mechanisms as applicable
  • Maintain project specific training matrix and ensure the administration of project related training materials via the Tempus Compass Learning Management System (LMS) 
  • Identify and manage resource needs throughout the project lifecycle including ensuring that project tasks are correctly assigned to team members and vendors 
  • Oversee and coordinate Project Manager(s) working on assigned project(s), including regional CRO Partners, as required 
  • Manage team dynamics and provide feedback on project team members’ performance to the  project team member and respective supervisors 
  • Contribute to business development initiatives, including proposals, responses to RFIs, and bid  defense presentations 
  • Contribute to project management initiatives 
  • Serves in a mentorship role to project management staff with minimal supervision and guidance
  • May have line management responsibilities (including interviewing and selection,  terminations, professional development and performance appraisals) 

Demonstration of Tempus Compass Values:  

Consistently strives to demonstrate the following Tempus Compass values: 

  • Recognizes that the team is always stronger than the individual 
  • Seeks to inspire others by demonstrating consistently strong performance
  • Treats people with respect regardless of role or point of view 
  • Listens well and seek to understand before reacting  
  • Provides candid, helpful and timely feedback to colleagues 
  • Demonstrates curiosity about and contributes effectively to areas outside of their specialty
  • Keeps the bigger picture in mind when making decisions 
  • Never stops learning 
  • Questions assumptions and offers suggestions for improvement 
  • Focuses on results rather than process and seeks to minimize complexity when process is required  
  • Identifies and addresses root causes, not symptoms 
  • Demonstrates poise in stressful situations 
  • Strives to always do the right thing 
  • Questions actions that are incongruent with Tempus Compass values  

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • University/college degree with preference in a health or life science field from an appropriately accredited institution  
  • Minimum of ten (10)+ years relevant clinical research experience in a combination of research site, biotech or pharma, or CRO experience 
  • Minimum of eight (8)+ years Project Management experience at a CRO 
  • Oncology clinical trials  
  • Early phase oncology clinical trial experience 
  • Working knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP including international regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical development programs 
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities and to utilize resources effectively
  • Demonstrated ability to build rapport with team members and clients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
  • Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple competing and changing priorities within tight timelines  
  • Able to proactively anticipate needs and follow through on all assigned tasks
  • Proficient in MS Office, specifically Microsoft Word,Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Proficient in Project Management Tools utilized for planning/scheduling, collaboration and evaluation 
  • Ability to travel overnight (up to 20%) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • PMP (Project Management Professional) Certified
  • Cell Therapy experience
  • Global Project Management experience 

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


Additionally, for remote roles open to individuals in unincorporated Los Angeles – including remote roles- Tempus reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: engaging positively with customers and other employees; accessing confidential information, including intellectual property, trade secrets, and protected health information; and appropriately handling such information in accordance with legal and ethical standards. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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HQ: Chicago, IL
2,482 Employees
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Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Tempus is a technology company advancing precision medicine through the practical application of artificial intelligence in healthcare. With one of the world’s largest libraries of clinical and molecular data, and an operating system to make that data accessible and useful, Tempus enables physicians to make near real-time, data-driven decisions to deliver personalized patient care and in parallel facilitates discovery, development and delivery of optimal therapeutics.

The goal is for each patient to benefit from the treatment of others who came before by providing physicians with tools that learn as the company gathers more data. For more information, visit tempus.com.

Why Work With Us

We're looking for those who challenge the status quo. For the builders who are never done building and the learners who are never done learning. We're looking for unwavering commitment and undying curiosity. We're looking for the smartest people on the planet to attack one of the most challenging problems mankind has ever faced.

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