Associate Project Manager (Conduct) - Hybrid

CellCarta•Naperville, IL

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

CellCarta is seeking an Associate Project Manager focused on Study Conduct to support clinical studies from internal setup through delivery, close-out, and archiving. The role coordinates internal and external partners to deliver projects within agreed scope, timelines, and budgets while complying with CellCarta’s Quality System and applicable GCP guidelines and regulations. The APM works with experienced Project Managers, develops project management expertise, and communicates with sponsors, cross-functional teams, and management. The position calls for active listening, client relationship-building, effective prioritization under pressure, and an openness to learning and continuous improvement. The role is based at CellCarta’s Naperville, Illinois location, with a hybrid arrangement that begins at approximately one to two work-from-home days per week and may increase after the training period. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility. Compensation is $70,000–$80,000 USD.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine.
1–2 years of project management and/or Clinical Research Associate (CRA) experience, or related project management support responsibilities.
Multiple years of experience in a client-facing role.
Demonstrated success managing complex projects to completion, receiving positive feedback, and balancing multiple priorities.
Professional-level written and verbal English communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Customer- and project-focused, solution-driven approach with persistence and determination.
Curiosity, willingness to learn, and a humble, teachable attitude.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine.
Cancer research experience and understanding of clinical laboratories, assay and instrument principles used in in vitro diagnostic product design and use, and the scientific, statistical, regulatory, and compliance requirements of clinical research.
Experience working in or with Histopathology and/or Genomics services.
Experience in CAP, CLIA, and GCP environments, with working knowledge of EMEA and/or FDA guidelines related to clinical trials.
Experience in data programming and validation.
Experience working in global settings.

Responsibilities

Manage global clinical studies from completion of internal study setup through close-out and archiving.
Coordinate internal and external partners to deliver clinical projects within agreed scope, time, and budget.
Ensure project execution complies with CellCarta’s Quality System.
Prepare reporting and bioanalytical reports in compliance with GCP guidelines and regulations.
Coordinate and lead recurring and ad hoc sponsor calls, and assist with governance-level sponsor meetings as assigned.
Schedule sample testing and monitor study progress.
Oversee reporting of results to sites and sponsors and ensure results are shared within agreed turnaround times.
Monitor study budgets, prepare sponsor invoices, and project future revenue by study.
Maintain and document professional communications with sponsors, cross-functional project teams, and management.
Initiate and monitor timely close-out activities, including final invoicing and archiving.