Associate Project Manager (Hybrid)

CellCarta•Naperville, IL

8h•$80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Associate Project Manager Are you ready to launch your career in the exciting world of clinical trials and biotech? We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Associate Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and grow your expertise in a fast-paced, innovative environment. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and gain valuable experience in project management. Get ready to take your first step in a rewarding career in the biotech industry and join us today! Summary We're looking for an Associate Project Manager to help us serve our sophisticated customers while adhering to our rigorous but sensible procedures. As a CellCarta Associate Project Manager you learn the entire business model and you will usually be the first to discover what our customers need. As a CellCarta APM, you’re ultimately responsible for embodying 3T’s. Always keep the project on Task, on Track and on Time. You will need to be comfortable doing the following: Listen well to the customer and build relationships to establish client satisfaction Manage yourself well under pressure Prioritize being effective over being right Be willing to transform yourself If you are organized, analytically minded, possess a solid technical background and will thrive in our dynamic, high complexity environment, this might just be the role you are looking for.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Medicine. A master’s degree is preferred, but not required.
1 to 2 years of project management experience, preferably including CRA (clinical research associate) experience and/or related project management support responsibilities
Prior success managing complex projects to completion by navigating change effectively and remaining customer focused
Multiple years’ experience in customer-facing position(s)
A great curiosity and a learning appetite that is layered on top of a humble and teachable spirit
Positive and energetic attitude
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to take initiative, be adaptable, and strive in a dynamic environment
Diligence and strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Pro-level communication skills, proficient in English language, including writing and articulating your case
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
A solution mindset and an unrelenting stick-with-it outlook
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Experience in cancer research, contract research organizations, understanding of the clinical laboratory, assay/instrument principles involving in vitro diagnostic product design and usage, and the scientific, statistical, regulatory, and compliance requirements of clinical research
Experience operating in CAP, CLIA, GCP environments and have a working knowledge of EMEA and/or FDA guidelines related to clinical trials
Experience working in or with Histopathology and/or Genomics services
Programming and validation of data experience
Worked in global locations

Responsibilities

Manage global clinical studies once study setup has been completed, all the way through close-out and archiving, including reporting and preparing the bio-analytical report in compliance with GCP guidelines and regulations.
Coordinate and lead sponsor calls (recurrent and/or ad hoc); Assist with governance level sponsor meetings as assigned
Schedule all sample testing and monitor progress of each study
Oversee result reporting to sites and sponsors and ensure they are shared according to agreed turnaround times
Monitor study budget and prepare invoices for sponsors; Project future revenue by study
Maintain and document professional communication with the sponsor, cross functional project team, and management throughout the duration of the study
Initiate and monitor close-out activities including final invoicing and archiving in a timely manner