PROJECT DIRECTOR at K2 Staffing LLC

Maitland, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Project Management, Communication, Presentation, Data-Driven Mindset, KPI Tracking, Problem-Solving, Decision Making, Clinical Research Operations, Study Start-Up, Enrollment, Retention, Close-Out Processes, ICH-GCP, Sponsor Relationship Management, Risk Mitigation

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

At K2 Medical Research, we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrow’s treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island, we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission. We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most. We are seeking an experience Project Director to support our clinics out of Orlando (Maitland), FL. The Project Director is responsible for the strategic oversight and execution of a high-value Sponsor portfolio across a network of clinical research sites. This role serves as the primary operational lead for Sponsor relationships, ensuring successful study delivery through strong project management, proactive communication, and performance-driven site support. The Project Director partners closely with Site Leadership, Business Development, and cross-functional teams to drive enrollment, maintain quality standards, and optimize Sponsor satisfaction and long-term growth. Responsibilities: * Sponsor & Portfolio Management: Own and manage a high-value Sponsor book of business, serving as the primary point of contact for operational execution. Build and maintain strong Sponsor relationships through consistent communication, performance reporting, and issue resolution. Lead Sponsor calls, Lead network strategy meetings, and escalation management. Ensure delivery of contractual screening and enrollment commitments, KPIs, and study timelines. * Clinical Research Project Management: Oversee end-to-end study execution across multiple sites within the network. Track and drive key metrics including screening, enrollment, retention, and data quality. Identify risks to study timelines and proactively implement mitigation strategies. Ensure adherence to protocol, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs. * Site Network Collaboration: Partner with Site Leadership (Directors, PIs, and PM teams) to drive study performance. Provide ongoing support, guidance, and accountability to sites to meet enrollment and quality targets. Align resources across sites to optimize study delivery and efficiency. Support training and operational consistency across the network. * Cross-Functional & Business Development Partnership: Collaborate with Business Development on feasibility, ongoing study performance, and Sponsor presentations. Provide operational insight into study design, site selection, and enrollment projections. Support growth initiatives by identifying opportunities within existing Sponsor relationships. Partner with internal teams (Finance, Quality, VP of Clinical Operations, etc.) to ensure seamless study execution. * Performance & Reporting: Develop and maintain dashboards to track KPIs and study performance across the portfolio. Present regular updates to internal leadership and Sponsor. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance network performance and Sponsor satisfaction. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: * Strong leadership and project management skills * Excellent communication and presentation abilities * Data-driven mindset with experience tracking and improving KPIs * Problem-solving and decision making in high pressure environments * Strong knowledge of clinical research operations, including study start-up, enrollment, retention, and close-out processes * In-dept understanding of ICH-GCP Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, or related field required; advanced degree (MS, PhD, MPH) preferred. * 5+ years of experience in clinical research, including 3+ years in a project leadership role We value our employees and their professional and personal needs, and support these through our benefit offerings: * Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer paid Long-Term disability and Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Care Insurance,Legal Shield,Employee Assistance Program,and various discount programs. * 401(K)Plans-Traditional & Roth plans are available; 4% employer match that isimmediatelyvested. * PTO of16 daysper year,17 daysafter the first year of FT employment * 9 paid Holidays * K2observesa four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, for full-time employees. Fridays are non-working days unless required by business needs. Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way! At K2 Medical Research, people come first and we're seeking warm, wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone, from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate what makes you uniquely you and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital, or veteran statuses. We value the differences among our team members and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent@k2med.com. We are here to ensure you have the support and tools you need to shine.

Responsibilities

The Project Director is responsible for the strategic oversight and execution of a high-value Sponsor portfolio across a network of clinical research sites, serving as the primary operational lead for Sponsor relationships. This involves driving enrollment, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing Sponsor satisfaction through strong project management and proactive communication.