Laboratory Project Manager (on-site)

Rocky Mountain Laboratories; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (21 days annually)

401(k) with 50% Company Match

Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

Company-Funded Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A clinical laboratory company in Draper, Utah is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives in molecular diagnostics and laboratory operations. This role demands strong project management skills and experience in clinical or regulated environments. Responsibilities include overseeing project plans, facilitating communication across teams, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates will possess excellent organizational and communication skills with a proven track record in managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience in a clinical laboratory or regulated healthcare environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with shifting deadlines.
• Strong skills in delegation, organization, and cross-functional accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory projects from initiation through completion, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Drive communication between cross-functional teams ensuring clarity and accountability.
• Coordinate verification and validation plans, maintaining compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

3–5 years project management experience in clinical laboratory

Tools

Project management tools (Gantt charts, trackers, PM platforms)

Job description

Clinical Laboratory Project Manager (on-site)

Rocky Mountain Laboratories – Draper, UT

Rocky Mountain Laboratories is a clinical laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services. We are dedicated to delivering accurate and timely diagnostic information and are committed to improving healthcare outcomes through cutting‑edge technology and a customer‑focused approach.

Position

The Clinical Laboratory Project Manager leads and coordinates cross‑functional initiatives across molecular diagnostics, toxicology, clinical chemistry, and laboratory operations. This role is responsible for turning leadership objectives into structured, actionable project plans; supporting laboratory workflow optimization; and ensuring that work is completed on time and to quality and regulatory standards.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional flexibility as projects require

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory projects from initiation through completion, including timelines, deliverables, dependencies, and progress tracking.
• Translate high‑level goals into detailed project plans, workflows, and structured action items.
• Define scope, milestones, success criteria, and cross‑functional workstreams.
• Maintain project documentation such as Gantt timelines, action registers, risk logs, and status summaries.
• Support workflow improvement and operational optimization initiatives across clinical laboratory operations.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Drive communication between scientists, lab managers, QA/Compliance, operations, and administrative teams.
• Facilitate cross‑department handoffs, ensuring clarity and nothing falls through the cracks.
• Provide consistent progress updates to leadership and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate readiness activities for new assays, equipment onboarding, and LIMS‑related workflow changes.

Quality, Compliance & Technical Support

• Coordinate verification and validation (V&V) plans, method implementation steps, and related documentation.
• Ensure projects align with CLIA, CAP, and internal quality system expectations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing and organizing documentation.
• Maintain structured technical documentation such as design history files, when applicable.

Accountability & Risk Management

• Identify risks, bottlenecks, and resource gaps early and propose mitigation strategies.
• Escalate timeline risks, obstacles, or workload imbalances promptly.
• Define, delegate, and track tasks to completion, ensuring accountability across project teams.
• Promote consistent execution and follow‑through across departments.

Operational & Leadership Support

• Assist leadership with resource planning, prioritization, and capacity balancing.
• Contribute to SOP development, process mapping, and laboratory workflow optimization projects.
• Adapt to shifting timelines while maintaining transparency and structured communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience, preferably in a clinical laboratory, diagnostics, or regulated healthcare environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with shifting deadlines.
• Strong skills in delegation, organization, and cross‑functional accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and meeting facilitation.
• Experience working with lab operations, QA/QC, molecular/clinical scientists, or technical teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Gantt charts, trackers, PM platforms, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in molecular diagnostics, toxicology, clinical chemistry, or medical laboratory workflows.
• Background in small/mid‑sized or high‑growth laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with CLIA/CAP requirements, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with LIMS platforms, workflow automation, or digitally driven lab operations.
• Experience supporting assay implementation, equipment onboarding, or process improvement initiatives.
• PMP, CAPM, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar formal PM training.

Job Type

• Full‑Time
• $75,000 – $85,000 annually

Benefits for Full‑time W2 Team Members

New benefits effective January 1, 2026. Benefits begin 60 days after the first full month of employment.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (21 days annually for full‑time team members)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with 50% Company Match up to 6%
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability (RML covers 60% of STD premium)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Company‑Funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Location

This role is 100% on‑site in Draper, Utah. Candidates must either already live in Utah or be relocating independently.

Application Deadline

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before any stated deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Rocky Mountain Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. We comply with all applicable laws and prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics. We also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pre‑Employment Notice & E‑Verify

Rocky Mountain Laboratories participates in E‑Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and other required screenings. Employment is at‑will. We do not partner with staffing agencies. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.

Contact

• https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocky-mountain-laboratories
• https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Rocky-Mountain-Laboratories
• https://www.rockylabs.com/

Referral Information

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Next Steps

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!