Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for analytical testing projects.
Serve as the primary client contact for project updates, deliverables, issues, and scope changes.
Support sample management for large or complex projects, ensuring regulatory and project-specific requirements are met.
Update and maintain project status, cost details, and client information in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Approve testing to initiate laboratory work when required.
Lead client meetings, including preparing agendas and distributing meeting minutes.
Communicate project risks, issues, and progress to stakeholders with clear recommendations.
Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality protocols.
Coordinate with laboratory, QA, sales, and operational teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and timely project completion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific field required; advanced degree preferred.
PMP certification is a plus.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management or technical operations, preferably in analytical testing or a laboratory environment.
Knowledge of analytical testing methodologies, instrumentation, and laboratory operations.
Experience with regulatory compliance and quality systems (ISO, GLP) is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

Health insurance
401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
Life and disability benefits
Paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
HSA
Wellness program
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance program
Parental leave
Optional legal coverage and ID theft

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

project managementanalytical testing methodologieslaboratory operationsregulatory compliancequality systemsinstrumentationsample managementbudget managementtimeline managementcost management

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipclient managementstakeholder managementorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam coordinationmeeting facilitationrisk managementrecommendation formulation

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreePMP certification