Project Administrator, Laboratory - Technical Projects

Labcorp•Durham, NC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Project Administrator for Operational Analytics and Optimization in Durham, NC or Burlington, NC. Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives. Labcorp is seeking a Project Administrator to support and drive execution across a growing portfolio of laboratory/technical projects, including but not limited to instrument installations, assay validations, automation initiatives, and regulatory-driven efforts. This role functions as a project management position, partnering closely with business owners, technical experts, and leadership to deliver complex, cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational discipline, analytical thinking, and comfort operating in a laboratory environment with minimal supervision. Applicants will follow a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of three in-office days per week at the Burlington, NC or Durham, NC location, supporting both collaboration and flexibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or Life Sciences.
3 or more years of experience in project administration, project management, operations, analytics within healthcare or laboratory environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across audiences
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability using data-driven approaches
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision
Strong organizational, prioritization, attention to detail and time-management skills
Ability to balance structure with adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Takes responsibility for outcomes; follows through on commitments
Focuses on execution, outcomes, and continuous delivery improvement
Operates with transparency, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards
Collaborative leadership style; effective influence without direct authority
Strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable decisions when considering a broad range of internal and external factors when problem solving and making decisions
Professional confidence in engaging technical and operational stakeholders at all organizational levels
Comfortable leading change and driving adoption of new processes or ways of working

Nice To Haves

1 or more years experience managing or supporting cross‑functional technical or regulated projects.
1 or more years exposure to instrument implementation, assay validation, automation, or informatics initiatives.
1 or more years experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other formally recognized process improvement methodologies.
3 or more years experience working with or in diagnostics laboratory.
PMP, CAPM PMP, Lean, Six Sigma PMP, CAPM, or other formally recognized process‑improvement certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple concurrent projects of varying complexity across laboratory, technical disciplines, Supply Chain, IT, Corporate, and Divisional functions
Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and success criteria; develop and maintain detailed work plans and schedules
Manage assigned project workstreams end‑to‑end, from initiation through closeout
Track progress, risks, issues, and dependencies; drive corrective actions to maintain delivery commitments and accountability
Ensure projects are completed within agreed scope, schedule, and cost expectations
Partner closely with business owners and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives
Lead cross-functional teams and vendors, resolving conflicts and guiding prioritization
Serve as a primary point of contact of coordination and communication across project teams
Facilitate project meetings (routine and ad hoc), with clear agendas, outcomes and follow‑through
Translate business and operational needs into executable project plans
Ensure stakeholder needs are understood, managed, and communicated throughout the project lifecycle
Balance competing priorities while maintaining service quality, responsiveness, and transparency
Prepare and deliver concise project status reports, dashboards, and leadership updates
Provide data-driven insights, root cause analysis, and actionable recommendations
Support leadership decision‑making with actionable recommendations, cost/benefit insights, and risk assessments
Present project findings and proposals to senior leadership as required
Ensure project execution aligns with organizational standards, quality requirements, and regulatory expectations
Support standardization and continuous improvement of project management tools, templates, and practices
Identify process gaps and execution risks; recommend and implement improvements
Adapt plans and approaches in response to changing business, technical, or regulatory needs