Contract Specialist

Manpower Group (USA); Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Supplemental life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) seeks a Contract Specialist to join the Contract Management Department supporting the Technical Assessment Group (TAG). The role emphasizes organization, communication, and proactive problem-solving within a life sciences environment.

You will manage intake, assign workloads, track deliverables, monitor timelines, and escalate issues to ensure timely completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams on proposals and planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, or related life science field.
• Professional experience in a scientific, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or related environment.
• Ability to interpret scientific/technical information to identify relevant services or technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage intake and triage of new TAG requests.
• Assign workload across team by service area, capacity and complexity.
• Maintain tracking of requests, assignments, and deliverables in project management systems.
• Monitor project timelines and escalate issues to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support proposals and workload planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/biochemistry/chemistry/biotechnology/pharmaceutical sciences or related life science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a leader in the bioanalytical and pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a Contract Specialist to join their team. As a Contract Specialist, you will be part of the Contract Management Department supporting the Technical Assessment Group (TAG). The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Contract Specialist

Pay Range: $30.00

Shift:Monday-Friday 8:30-5 with a 30 min meal

What's the Job?

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Technical Assessment Group (TAG) by managing intake and triage of new requests.
• Assign workload effectively across team members based on service area, capacity, and complexity.
• Maintain accurate tracking of requests, assignments, and deliverables within project management systems.
• Monitor project timelines, follow up on outstanding activities, and **escalate** issues as needed to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support proposal activities and workload planning.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related life science discipline.
• Professional experience in a scientific, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or related environment.
• Ability to interpret scientific and technical information to identify relevant services or technical areas.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage multiple requests and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment within the life sciences industry.
• Engagement with a collaborative team dedicated to scientific excellence and operational efficiency.
• Chance to develop your skills in project coordination and workload management.
• Supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion.
• Potential for career growth within a global organization.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)