Associate Project Manager

Cactus Life Sciences; India; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative medical communications company is seeking a detail-oriented Associate Project Manager based in India. The successful candidate will manage client projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while coordinating with internal and external collaborators. Qualifications include a degree and at least 2 years of project management experience in Pharma or Life Sciences, with strong planning and communication skills. The role may require travel to Mumbai for business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience managing projects in related fields.
• Knowledge of project/account management principles.
• PMP certification preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution of projects ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery.
• Monitor project performance and maintain documentation for compliance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Project Planning

Coordination Skills

MS Excel Proficiency

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Associate Project Manager to manage the successful execution of client projects and coordination with internal and external collaborators such as freelancers, vendors and internal team members. This role is critical in ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance across all project stages.

Please Note: You may be required to travel to our Mumbai office based on business requirements or for company/team events.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution of projects ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery using project plans, timelines, and tools like SharePoint.
• Monitor and control project performance by tracking milestones, consultant costs, invoicing, cash flow, and time investment.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with internal policies and audit requirements through accurate archiving and reporting.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external collaborators (e.g., freelancers) to ensure efficient project execution and service delivery.
• Ensure SLA adherence and operational excellence by managing internal service level agreements, change requests, and resource capacity.
• Oversee financial processes including timely invoicing, PO utilization, and monthly KPI reporting in line with internal controls.
• Communicate project updates and status effectively through structured email communication and MIS dashboards.

Qualifications and Prerequisites

• Minimum 2 years of experience managing projects in Pharma, Life Sciences, Healthcare or Medical Device companies.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required; a background in Life Sciences or Pharma is preferred.
• Strong project planning and coordination skills, with knowledge of project/account management principles.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ability to work with project management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation capabilities.
• PMP certification preferred (not mandatory but an advantage).

Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

About Us

Cactus Life Sciences (cactuslifesciences.com) is a leading medical communication company headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with nine global offices. Its expertise lies in delivering scientific content across the product lifecycle with a focus on science, innovation, and efficiency. The company specializes in providing impactful medical strategy, custom operational models, content development and dissemination, and promotion of patient inclusion for biopharmaceutical organizations. Cactus Life Sciences’ scalable solutions cater to the challenges encountered in product development, guiding brands, and organizations towards their future objectives. With a client-centric approach, the company prioritizes understanding their evolving needs and technology trends to drive its growth. Cactus Life Sciences is a subsidiary of Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com/), a leading science communication and technology company.