Senior Scientific Project Manager
Pinnacle Method Consulting
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About the Opportunity
Pinnacle Method Consulting is dedicated to helping job seekers achieve their career aspirations by connecting them with premier opportunities. This specific Senior Scientific Project Manager role offers significant financial stability and growth potential within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology services sector.
You will benefit from a comprehensive financial package including base pay, 401k match, and potential annual bonuses. Health benefits are active from day one, complemented by a generous PTO plan, 11 paid company holidays, and a dedicated day for community volunteering. The role emphasizes career growth within a collaborative environment, with the added flexibility of remote work aligned with standard East Coast business hours.
What To Expect as a Senior Scientific Project Manager
- Lead the contracting process with third-party lab service providers for critical assay development and validation projects.
- Efficiently manage the supply of essential reagents and the analysis of samples, working closely with clinical trial teams.
- Contribute valuable input to clinical trial documents, rigorously ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all data.
- Systematically track and reconcile all sample testing activities, proactively resolving any discrepancies or issues that arise.
- Oversee comprehensive project management responsibilities, including meticulous timeline adherence, budget control, and accurate financial forecasting.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences or a closely related scientific field.
- A minimum of 5-6 years of direct experience in drug development and/or clinical trial processes for a Senior Scientific Project Manager role (or 2-3 years for Scientific Project Manager level).
- Demonstrated experience with method development, validation, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Extensive knowledge and practical experience in bioanalysis within regulated environments such as GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and GCP (Good Clinical Practice).
- Strong proficiency across the MS Office Suite, including MS Project for planning, Word for documentation, Excel for data analysis, and PowerPoint for presentations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience specifically within Oncology research is highly valued.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and formal change management training are strongly preferred.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential for collaboration and reporting.
Key Skills/Competency
- Project Management
- Clinical Trials
- Drug Development
- Assay Development
- Bioanalysis
- Regulatory Affairs (GLP/GCP)
- Vendor Management
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Data Accuracy
- MS Project
How to Get Hired at Pinnacle Method Consulting
- Research Pinnacle Method Consulting's mission: Understand their role in connecting talent with top-tier employers, focusing on their commitment to privacy and equal opportunity.
- Tailor your resume for Senior Scientific Project Manager: Highlight your 5+ years of drug development, clinical trial, and bioanalysis experience, emphasizing project leadership and regulatory expertise (GLP/GCP).
- Showcase project management skills: Prepare examples demonstrating your ability to manage timelines, budgets, vendor contracts, and resolve complex scientific project issues.
- Emphasize industry-specific knowledge: Clearly articulate your experience with method development, validation, and any specific knowledge in Oncology or other relevant therapeutic areas.
- Prepare for a remote interview: Given the remote nature, ensure your communication skills are strong for virtual interactions, and be ready to discuss managing projects remotely with East Coast hours.
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