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INTRODUCTION

Clinical Project Manager II – Biomarker Study Management Experience required (Sponsor Dedicated - US Remote; Preference for Hybrid Foster City, CA)

Syneos Health® is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress.

Our Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape.

Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.

Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know:

Why Syneos Health

• We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
• We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life.
• We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress.

Job Responsibilities

Clinical Project Manager II – Biomarker Study Management

Sponsor-Dedicated | Remote

(Preference for Hybrid Foster City, CA-Based Candidates)

We’re hiring a Clinical Project Manager II with a strong background in biomarker study operations to join our sponsor-dedicated team. This fully remote role gives you the opportunity to drive the success of global clinical trials by leading biomarker and bioanalytical strategy from start to finish.

You'll be a key player in bringing together cross-functional teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure biological samples are collected, managed, and analyzed to the highest standards.

While remote/home-based candidates may be considered, priority will be given to candidates located within 50 miles Foster City, California, with the ability to work onsite 2–3 days per week.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Lead Biomarker Study Operations

• Oversee biomarker and bioanalytical activities across Sponsor and Collaborative programs
• Serve as the operational point of contact for all biomarker-related processes
• Work closely with clinical study teams (Phases 1–4) to integrate biomarker strategies into broader clinical development plans
• Plan and manage the collection, tracking, and analysis of biological specimens
• Advise study teams on best practices for sample management and logistics

Drive Clinical Project Delivery

• Lead cross-functional teams through the full clinical trial lifecycle, from start-up to closeout
• Ensure studies stay on track with respect to timelines, budget, scope, and quality
• Act as the main liaison between the sponsor and study partners
• Monitor and manage project financials, ensuring fiscal responsibility
• Proactively identify and resolve operational issues and risks

Ensure Operational Excellence

• Maintain high-quality documentation, including Trial Master File (TMF) accuracy and completeness
• Keep study systems and databases current and audit-ready
• Prepare project reports and updates for sponsors and internal stakeholders
• Plan and facilitate internal and external meetings
• Support inspection readiness and regulatory compliance throughout the project

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU BRING

• Significant experience managing biomarker studies and external vendors required!
• Strong understanding of biomarker and bioanalytical strategies in a clinical trial setting
• Proven ability to coordinate complex sample collection and analysis workflows
• Expertise in supporting study teams with sample logistics and operational planning
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a clinical research organization (CRO) or sponsor environment preferred
• Familiarity with GCP, ICH guidelines, and global regulatory standards
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and embracing new technologies
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed

Candidates without direct experience supporting Biomarker clinical trials can not be considered.

WHY JOIN US

• Meaningful Work: Your contributions will directly support critical biomarker research that shapes the future of clinical development and precision medicine.
• Global Impact: You'll be working on high-profile studies that span multiple regions, making a real difference in patients’ lives around the world.
• Dedicated Team: Join a collaborative, sponsor-dedicated environment where your expertise is trusted, and your voice matters.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a company that invests in your career through continued learning, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
• Stability and Vision: Work with a leading global organization known for operational excellence and long-term partnerships in clinical research.

If you're passionate about clinical research and want to make a direct impact on advancing biomarker science with your expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of clinical development.

At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range:

$95,000.00 - $175,700.00
The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Get to know Syneos Health

Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.

No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.

Additional Information

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.