Mid Level Senior Clinical Project Manager Jobs
Mid level senior clinical project manager jobs go to professionals ready to own complete study lifecycles, coordinate cross-functional teams with limited oversight, and mentor junior coordinators through complex protocol challenges. Openings run across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with 50% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Tulane University, University of Utah, and Bicara Therapeutics hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Clinical Senior Project Leader (Entity)
Job Summary
Category A: Support Services
Job Purpose: Assist and collaborate with the Quality Director in propelling positive change and an environment of excellence in clinical quality, patient safety, and customer service. Instrumental in planning, designing, deploying, and diffusing clinical quality improvement initiatives throughout the organization in order to drive successful change.
FLSA: Exempt
Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.
Education
Bachelor degree in Nursing required, Master’s degree in healthcare related field preferred.
Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing.
Licenses and/or Certification
Texas RN License
Current certification in performance improvement preferred; Certification as LSSBB, PMP, MHS Silver Fellow, CPHQ, CPPS, or equivalent required within 18 months of hire.
Work Experience
* Minimum of five years relevant work experience, including project leadership experience, quality management or project management, patient safety, etc.
Related Work Experience And Other Skills
Coaching/mentoring skills
Consistently follows the Standards of Behavior set by Methodist Health System
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence others and work collaboratively with physicians
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking
Handles confidential material and information appropriately
Knowledgeable of hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards
Passion for quality, safety, and service
Positive attitude and approach
Self-directed, motivated with strong organizational skills
* Understands the legal consequences of nursing actions and BNE regulations
Job Roles
Responsible and accountable for clinical quality of the hospital through regular and ongoing tracer activities to assist in regulatory compliance readiness, documentation (charting), evidence-based practices, and clinical aspect review with problem identification and development of improvement/action plans.
Coordination of Action plans to address and close gaps in clinical workflows.
Provide support to workgroups, committees, and taskforces with process improvement and methodology to align with Quality initiatives and key strategic priorities.
Develop, educate and lead entity specific readiness teams; conducting regular and ongoing clinical tracer activities to assist in the aggregation of opportunities and the coordination of action plans to address and close gaps in clinical workflow and/or organizational work processes. Provide workgroups, committees and taskforces with exceptional facilitation, educational and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of project management, process improvement and performance improvement methods spanning multiple approaches (including LEAN, DMAIC, PDSA, brainstorming, etc.). Be regarded as a subject matter expert in the area of accreditation and regulatory standards; being available and willing to provide guidance relative to policy, protocol and guideline development to ensure compliance.
Responsible for using robust process improvement tools and methodology to develop, deploy and diffuse both small and large scale improvement initiatives in alignment with key strategic priorities.
* Other duties as assigned.
Methodist Southlake Medical Center is a 54-bed, acute care hospital serving Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and northeastern Tarrant County in North Texas. Designed to expand as the community grows, we have 11 operating suites, two endoscopy suites, a diagnostic and interventional catheterization lab, and a newly expanded emergency department with 12 exam rooms. We provide a full complement of services, from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
Cardiac catheterization lab
Robotic surgery capabilities
SPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities
Job Title: Clinical Senior Project Leader (Entity)
Job Summary
Category A: Support Services
Job Purpose: Assist and collaborate with the Quality Director in propelling positive change and an environment of excellence in clinical quality, patient safety, and customer service. Instrumental in planning, designing, deploying, and diffusing clinical quality improvement initiatives throughout the organization in order to drive successful change.
FLSA: Exempt
Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.
Education
Bachelor degree in Nursing required, Master’s degree in healthcare related field preferred.
Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing.
Licenses and/or Certification
Texas RN License
Current certification in performance improvement preferred; Certification as LSSBB, PMP, MHS Silver Fellow, CPHQ, CPPS, or equivalent required within 18 months of hire.
Work Experience
* Minimum of five years relevant work experience, including project leadership experience, quality management or project management, patient safety, etc.
Related Work Experience And Other Skills
Coaching/mentoring skills
Consistently follows the Standards of Behavior set by Methodist Health System
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence others and work collaboratively with physicians
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking
Handles confidential material and information appropriately
Knowledgeable of hospital policies, procedures, and nursing care standards
Passion for quality, safety, and service
Positive attitude and approach
Self-directed, motivated with strong organizational skills
* Understands the legal consequences of nursing actions and BNE regulations
Job Roles
Responsible and accountable for clinical quality of the hospital through regular and ongoing tracer activities to assist in regulatory compliance readiness, documentation (charting), evidence-based practices, and clinical aspect review with problem identification and development of improvement/action plans.
Coordination of Action plans to address and close gaps in clinical workflows.
Provide support to workgroups, committees, and taskforces with process improvement and methodology to align with Quality initiatives and key strategic priorities.
Develop, educate and lead entity specific readiness teams; conducting regular and ongoing clinical tracer activities to assist in the aggregation of opportunities and the coordination of action plans to address and close gaps in clinical workflow and/or organizational work processes. Provide workgroups, committees and taskforces with exceptional facilitation, educational and communication skills (both verbal and written).
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of project management, process improvement and performance improvement methods spanning multiple approaches (including LEAN, DMAIC, PDSA, brainstorming, etc.). Be regarded as a subject matter expert in the area of accreditation and regulatory standards; being available and willing to provide guidance relative to policy, protocol and guideline development to ensure compliance.
Responsible for using robust process improvement tools and methodology to develop, deploy and diffuse both small and large scale improvement initiatives in alignment with key strategic priorities.
* Other duties as assigned.
Methodist Southlake Medical Center is a 54-bed, acute care hospital serving Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and northeastern Tarrant County in North Texas. Designed to expand as the community grows, we have 11 operating suites, two endoscopy suites, a diagnostic and interventional catheterization lab, and a newly expanded emergency department with 12 exam rooms. We provide a full complement of services, from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
Cardiac catheterization lab
Robotic surgery capabilities
SPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities
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Mid Level Senior Clinical Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level senior clinical project manager job?
Position yourself by leading with your end-to-end trial ownership, not just task completion. Highlight instances where you managed vendor relationships, drove timelines independently, or resolved protocol deviations without escalation. Applications stand out when they demonstrate accountability across a full study phase, proficiency with clinical trial management systems, and cross-functional coordination experience with sites, sponsors, and CROs.
Which companies hire mid level senior clinical project managers?
Companies hiring mid level senior clinical project managers right now include Tulane University, University of Utah, and Bicara Therapeutics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of contract research organizations, biotechnology firms, and large pharmaceutical sponsors actively expanding their clinical operations teams.
Are there remote mid level senior clinical project manager jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 50% of mid level senior clinical project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how clinical operations teams have adapted to distributed study oversight. Roles requiring on-site presence typically involve sponsor-embedded positions or hands-on site management responsibilities.
How do I move up to a mid level senior clinical project manager role?
The path into mid level typically runs through accumulating ownership over progressively complex studies, not just years worked. Building from study coordinator or junior project manager roles, you strengthen your profile by managing site relationships independently, owning deliverables across a full trial phase, earning a certification like PMP or CCRA, and demonstrating measurable impact on timelines, budgets, or protocol compliance.
Which industries hire the most mid level senior clinical project managers?
Mid Level senior clinical project manager roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive the most hiring because they run the highest volumes of regulated clinical trials requiring dedicated project management across study startup, execution, and closeout phases.