Associate Laboratory Project Services Manager

ZAF IQVIA RDS Clindepharm; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Therapeutic variety

Collaborative team

In-house tech access

Career progression

Work-life balance

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories is looking for a proactive project manager to support study setup, protocol documentation, and budget reviews. You will lead meetings and develop plans, partnering with the Study Setup team to ensure quality database setup and timely delivery.

The role requires coordinating with global teams, monitoring timelines, and managing budgets while mitigating risks. A collaborative, process-improvement mindset will help enhance service quality across phases I–IV trials.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and best practice technology.
• Minimum of 18 months experience in a project management and customer-facing environment preferred.
• Over 2 years of experience in the clinical or research industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate study setup, including protocol and budget review, leading meetings, and developing project plans.
• Partner with the Study Setup team for quality database setup and oversee protocol documentation.
• Prepare and present protocol-specific materials at Kick Off and Investigator meetings.
• Monitor project plans, timelines, and deliverables, manage documentation, and oversee study monitoring and reporting.
• Manage study scope changes and budget monitor quality of the study and any service-related issues, implementing changes as required.
• Collaborate with project management to improve processes and service quality.
• Coordinates company services, such as but not limited to, database setup, data management, and lab operations, and serves as a resource for internal departments.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Risk mitigation

Timelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience

Job description

Home-based, office-based, hybrid options available IQVIA Laboratories is a global leader in drug discovery and development, offering comprehensive central and specialty biomarker services. Our expertise includes genomics, immunoassays, flow cytometry, anatomic pathology, precision medicine, vaccine assays, ADME, and bioanalytical services. We also specialize in antibody and biomarker discovery and decentralized clinical trial solutions. Committed to scientific rigor and operational excellence, we support all phases of drug development, ensuring high data integrity and accelerating transformative therapies. Join us on our exciting journey!

Job Overview

• Facilitate study setup, including protocol and budget review, leading meetings, and developing project plans.
• Partner with the Study Setup team for quality database setup and oversee protocol documentation.
• Prepare and present protocol-specific materials at Kick Off and Investigator meetings.
• Monitor project plans, timelines, and deliverables, manage documentation, and oversee study monitoring and reporting.
• Manage study scope changes and budget monitor quality of the study and any service-related issues, implementing changes as required.
• Collaborate with project management to improve processes and service quality.
• Coordinates company services, such as but not limited to, database setup, data management, and lab operations, and serves as a resource for internal departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences and/or related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and best practice technology.
• Minimum of 18 months experience in a project management and customer-facing environment preferred.
• Over 2 years of experience in the clinical or research industry preferred.
• Skill in creating and maintaining project timelines to ensure deadlines are met.
• Experience in managing project budgets to avoid cost overruns.
• Ability to achieve results through collaborative efforts with others.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Operations, and Central Laboratory Functions (kits/supplies, logistics, specimen storage, data reporting, site alerts, etc.).
• Ability to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Experience in successfully leading large, global, and complex Phase I-IV clinical trials preferred.

Benefits

• Global exposure
• Variety of therapeutic areas
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Access to cutting-edge and innovative, in-house technology
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Work-Life Balance, with a strong focus on a positive well-being.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.