Project Manager-Clinical Research & Operation| Oncology

Role Summary

Serve as the central administrative and operational liaison between clinical collaborating centers

and the research laboratory. The candidate will oversee operational, administrative, and clinical

workflows and serve as a bridge between our research teams, clinical partners, and institutional

stakeholders. The successful candidate will ensure the seamless execution of wet lab and

computational workflows, facilitating efficient clinical sample acquisition, regulatory compliance,

and robust cross-functional coordination.

About the Centre

The Centre for 3D Cancer is a Focused Research Organization dedicated

to advancing multidisciplinary digital tissue mapping and high-resolution histopathology in

oncology. Operating at the intersection of clinical research, tissue imaging, advanced molecular

biology, and computational science, we are committed to decoding complex tumor

microenvironments at unprecedented scales. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure seamlessly

integrates advanced 3D histology, multiomics, spatial biology and liquid biopsy pipelines to drive

deep molecular profiling. By specifically focusing on the unique genomic and clinical landscapes

of Indian cohorts, the Centre for 3D Cancer Omics translates complex molecular data into

actionable insights, pushing the boundaries of precision oncology and transformative cancer

care.

Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to orchestrate the clinical and operational verticals of our

multidisciplinary oncology research programs.

• The coordinator will manage end-to-end clinical sample logistics, ensuring flawless

communication and specimen transfer from partnering hospitals to our advanced

histopathology and spatial omics laboratories.

• Daily functions include managing complex administrative workflows, tracking project

timelines, maintaining stringent ethical compliance for human tissue research, and

actively managing continuous relationships with clinical oncologists, surgeons, and

research stakeholders.

• Track project progress continuously across all phases, proactively identifying potential

delays and operational bottlenecks, and formulating actionable resolutions to maintain

timeline integrity and ensure seamless execution.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Candidates must possess a minimum of three years of proven experience in project

management, clinical coordination, or healthcare administration, preferably within an

oncology, genomics, or specialized biomedical research setting.

• Exceptional proficiency in stakeholder management and cross-functional communication

is mandatory.

• The role demands strong strategic planning capabilities to successfully balance

administrative rigor with the fast-paced, dynamic demands of translational clinical

research and multi-phase project management.

Educational Background

• A MBA/MSc/M.Tech in Healthcare Administration, Clinical Research, Biotechnology,

Public Health, Life sciences or a closely related discipline is required.

Technical & Lab Expertise

• 2 years of experience in clinical research coordination, biobanking logistics, or health

project management.

Soft Skills & Operational Drive

• We require a proactive leader capable of cultivating a collaborative environment across

diverse clinical and scientific teams.

• The candidate must translate complex operational requirements into actionable

timelines, communicating effectively with both medical professionals and benchtop

researchers.

• Exceptional organizational drive is essential to oversee clinical specimen procurement,

manage continuous operational/administrative workflows, and resolve bottlenecks with

agility.

Desirable / Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience coordinating large-scale oncology biobanking efforts or managing

clinical operations for pathology labs stands as a significant advantage.

• A formalized Project Management Professional (PMP) or Clinical Research Coordinator

(CRC) certification is highly preferred.