Under general supervision, manages multiple clinical and lab services projects of less complex nature from
initiation through contract completion. Applies project management skills and experience in delivering projects on
time, within budget and with high customer satisfaction. Facilitates cross-functional interactions to complete the
assigned projects within the deadline and compliance with pharma services plan.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This job is first in the Clinical Sciences project management job series comprising four levels. The employee is
assigned on projects that may be limited in scope and/or of low to medium complexity. It may involve
collaboration with other Clinical Sciences Program Specialist Senior or Clinical Sciences Program Manager.
Responsibilities:
Manages multiple clinical testing and lab services projects from initiation through contract completion under supervision of Program Manager. Acts as primary point of contact to Pharma customers.
Performs tactical coordination of timelines for all projects and functions within CDx Pharma Services and:
- Develops project plans, establish and coordinates timelines for assigned projects and functions;
- Manages execution of cross-functional plans and tracks progress of activities;
- Identifies gaps, potential bottlenecks or delays and challenge assumptions.
Oversees and guides day to day activities of sample process flow and accurate reporting of results. Implements / pulls in best practices within the clinical sciences team; fosters continuous improvement by ensuring knowledge and experience exchange
Guides and manages cross-functional interactions to complete the assigned projects within the deadline.
Interfaces with resources outside of the company (Contract Research Organizations (CROs), site investigators, client counterparts, etc.) and serves as single point of contact with Pharma and Roche clients
Manages meeting activities such as setting agendas, organizing meeting time and editing meeting minutes.
Tracks, maintains and communicates project reports and clinical study data to Pharma and Roche clients.
Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required
Master's Degree education and work experience in a related field
Specific Project Management Training, or Clinical Research training and/or certification. X
Experience:
Experience with clinical projects that require rapid activity/milestone achievement.
Experience in clinical trial management and knowledge of bio-sample (clinical testing)
management and process flow preferred.
Previous experience with standard project management process (PMI) desired.
Diagnostic and/or Pharmaceutical industry and relevant diagnostic area knowledge preferred.
Knowledge, Skill or Ability Req Pref Proficiency
• Possesses problem solving skills and ability to coordinate project related activities.
• Familiarity with management of Clinical Trials.
• Understanding of Quality and Regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of clinical sample process flow and testing.
• Strong Written and verbal communication skills and meeting facilitation skills.
•Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database and email software (e.g.,
Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft Word).
• Possesses interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Displays
leadership skills.
•Ability to work under time pressure while maintaining high standards of precision and data quality.
•Ability to manage projects with activity/milestone achievement to complete clinical study testing and data
reporting to pharma partners.
•Ability to apply specialized knowledge and skills in the functional areas, particularly
interfacing with laboratory, scientific, and medical staff.
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