[Remote] Senior Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LabConnect is a company dedicated to advancing clinical trials through innovation and collaboration. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing clinical trial study projects and ensuring deliverables meet client specifications, quality standards, and budget constraints.ResponsibilitiesIndependently leads high complexity, multi-regional (>3) global projects which may include oversight and leadership of supporting co-PMs and regional LabConnect PMsWorks as a Project Manager mentor for new employees and other Client Services staff as assigned. Mentor responsibilities include but are not limited to training on current processes, coaching, guidance, delegation of project tasks to evaluate competency, and providing regular updates to new hires managerReview reports and documents, including enrollment logs, pending test reports, reporting from other laboratories, issue logs, shipping manifests, and other documents that assist with study oversightMaintenance of project Dashboard including risk register (portions may be delegated)Participates in the handover process between Business Development (BD) and the Study Set-Up Manager and in the training process of internal staff and handover from Set-Up to the PMServes as first point of contact for management issues related to clinical trialsReview and analyze operational, quality, and performance related metrics to assess the success of study oversight activitiesCoordinate requests for shipment of stored samples as directed in the Specification Document and/or as requested by the clientEnsures that all laboratory requirements outlined in the protocol are managed per expectations and in compliance with laboratory practicesAssists Directors and/or departmental managers with process improvement initiativesTranslates client requirements into actions for problem solving, issue resolution, or to provide requested information; often requires a creative approach to serving client needs while adhering to internal process and standardsServes as project manager for high complexity clinical trial projects assigned, including client meetings and communications, report development and review, issue resolutions, and budget oversightDesignates clinical trial study management responsibilities to co-project managers and supporting staff, following work requirements to ensure quality and timely delivery of serviceConsult with directors and other managers/supervisors on new processes or system developments and to remain current on changes affecting operationsCreates training materials for investigators and internal staffSupports creation of departmental and project specific SOPs; helps to train staff on departmental SOPsInterfaces with Laboratory Services, Site Support Services, Business Development, Project Management, external Project Management, Specimen Management, Information Technology and Data Management personnelRepresents LabConnect at client meetings, kick off meetings, bid defense meetings, budget consultations, vendor callsServes as the primary project contact with Sponsors and Contract Research Organization to ensure appropriate communication channels are maintained and reporting schedules are metServes as an issue escalation contact for the project team within the department, peer support, both internally and at times external support with clientsPerforms Managerial duties approximately 50% of time and Project Management duties approximately 50% of time. The percentage of time is subject to change based on business needs and leadership directionPerforms other related duties and tasks as necessary or as assignedSkillsBachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university; and four to five years central laboratory project management experienceAssociates degree (A.A/A.S) will be considered if combined with six or more years of central laboratory project management experienceExperienced in customer service and possess excellent organization and interpersonal, communication and critical thinking skillsMust be adept at stress managementStrong language skills, including the ability to read and interpret complex business, technical, and regulatory materials; write clear reports and procedures; and effectively present information to stakeholdersProficient in performing calculations, managing budgets, and applying mathematical concepts to areas such as clinical trial budgeting and metrics analysisSkilled in solving practical problems, interpreting diverse types of instructions, and navigating situations with limited standardizationProficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with additional experience in SharePoint, Salesforce, and Microsoft Visio considered a plusCertification as an ASCP Medical Technologist and/or Registered Nurse is beneficial, but not requiredCompany OverviewLabConnect provides global central laboratory services It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.labconnect.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipLabConnect has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.