Guidelines Project Manager

Role Overview

The Guidelines Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the development and production of Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs), ensuring full compliance with established procedures, timelines, and quality standards. The role requires close collaboration with internal teams, scientific experts, and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high‑quality guideline documents. https://www.escardio.org/guidelines/clinical-practice-guidelines/

Key Responsibilities

More specifically, the role will involve:

• Managing all phases of CPG document development projects, including initiation, planning, launch, monitoring, control, and closure, leading to final publication.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Providing operational and organisational support to CPG Committee members, task forces, and review panels.
• Contributing to cross‑functional projects within the ESC.
• Actively supporting the continuous improvement of the Clinical Practice Guidelines programme.

Profile

Hard Skills

• Bachelor’s to Master’s degree (Bac +3 to Bac +5) in Administration, Project Management, or a Scientific field; a scientific background is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in managing projects from initiation to completion.
• Excellent written and spoken English (bilingual or near‑native level).
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to adapt to new tools.
• Experience working with opinion leaders is an advantage.
• Experience as a scientific writer is an advantage.
• Knowledge of standards and best practices in scientific publishing is an asset (not mandatory).
• Familiarity with reference management software is an asset (not mandatory).
• Strong ability to rigorously apply procedures, policies, and regulations.
• Experience working with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and preparing scientific documents for publication is an asset.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail, focus, and absolute respect for confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational skills, flexibility, and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to prioritise effectively while maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a proactive and solution‑oriented approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, enabling professional, respectful, and constructive interactions at all levels, including with volunteer contributors.

Other

• Willingness to travel.

Contract

• Permanent contract based in Sophia-Antipolis
• French labour law provisions

Application

• A cover letter
• A CV
• Your availability (notice period, relocation, work permit...)
• Your salary expectations (gross / year)

Conditions

• "Non cadre" status,
• “Forfait jour” (215 days/year)
• Fixed salary + 13th month and vacation bonus (1%)
• Lunch vouchers
• Possibility of teleworking up to 3 days a week, after two months' integration at ESC + fixed daily allowance
• “Compte épargne temps”
• Employee savings scheme: PERCO
• CSE benefits

Who we are

The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is a leading non-profit organisation representing over 100,000 cardiology professionals worldwide. Its mission is to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease. The ESC delivers innovative education, supports cutting-edge research, and sets clinical practice standards through a broad network of sub-specialty associations, working groups, and councils.

Visit our website to learn more: www.escardio.org

As part of its diversity policy, the ESC is an equal opportunity employer.

The ESC is a signatory of the “Activateur de Progrès” charter, promoting the belief that disability is a powerful driver of innovation and a key to building a more inclusive and equitable model in support of equal opportunities. https://www.activateurdeprogres.fr/company/societe-europeenne-cardiologie

All applications will be carefully reviewed. Thank you for your interest in the European Society of Cardiology. However, if you do not hear from us within three weeks, please consider that we are not able to proceed with your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person