Associate Manager – Project Services, Laboratories

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Oversee assigned clinical trial laboratory projects from initiation to completion.

• Ensure comprehension and application of protocol requirements.

• Lead study setup activities, which include reviewing protocols and budgets, conducting start-up meetings, and implementing project and risk management strategies.

• Monitor timelines, deliverables, metrics, and budgets, including trend analysis, scope modifications, and change orders.

• Act as the primary point of contact for sponsors.

• Facilitate client communications, meetings, issue resolution, and escalation processes.

• Foster customer-centric problem-solving and coordinate cross-functional resources.

• Supervise the creation and upkeep of protocol-specific laboratory instructional documents and specifications.

• Assist in proposal development and preparation for bid defenses.

• Create sponsor- or program-specific standards and procedures.

• Document lessons learned and promote continuous improvement across projects and programs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or a related field is preferred.

• At least 3 years of experience in a regulated laboratory setting.

• A minimum of 2 years of project management experience; a formal project management title is not necessary.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and similar company systems.

• Experience with Laboratory Trial Management Systems (LTMS).

• Excellent interpersonal and client management abilities.

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient command of English and clinical research terminology.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Capacity to establish and nurture effective working relationships.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

• Resources for physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social well-being.

• Benefits available for employees and their families.

• Incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other compensation options may be provided.