Lab Project Manager I

Alliance Technical Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

EAP

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Alliance Technical Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lab Project Manager to coordinate client projects from setup to closure, ensuring accurate data in LIMS, timely sample handling, and clear communication with internal teams and clients.

This role focuses on maintaining project schedules, supporting invoicing and documentation, and driving continuous improvement. A Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years in a laboratory or client-facing environment are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in customer service, project coordination, or a laboratory environment.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with project setup in LIMS, ensuring accurate client data, pricing, and documentation.
• Monitor sample receipt and coordinate with sample receiving/log-in teams to ensure timely intake.
• Serve as a point of contact for routine client inquiries and direct more complex issues to senior staff.
• Track project status and communicate updates to internal teams and clients.
• Support project closure activities, including confirming deliverables, invoicing, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in preparing project status reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and communicating process inefficiencies.
• Promote a positive and professional client experience through courteous and responsive service.

Skills

Project coordination

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Data entry systems

Microsoft Office

LIMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Chemistry/Biology related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Data entry systems

Job description

4508 Westinghouse Blvd
Suite A
Charlotte, NC 28273, USA

Description

The Lab Project Manager is responsible for supporting the coordination and execution of client projects from setup through closure. This role focuses on ensuring accurate project setup, monitoring sample receipt and progress, and maintaining communication with internal teams and clients. The Lab Project Manager ensures that client requirements are met while developing foundational project management skills.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with project setup in LIMS, ensuring accurate client data, pricing, and documentation.
• Monitor sample receipt and coordinate with sample receiving/log-in teams to ensure timely intake.
• Serve as a point of contact for routine client inquiries and direct more complex issues to senior staff.
• Track project status and communicate updates to internal teams and clients.
• Support project closure activities, including confirming deliverables, invoicing, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in preparing project status reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and communicating process inefficiencies.
• Promote a positive and professional client experience through courteous and responsive service.

Pay Rate

$23.00-$30.00/hour DOE

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in customer service, project coordination, or a laboratory environment.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout laboratory and office environments.
• Manual dexterity to operate and computer systems.
• Occasional lifting of up to25pounds.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals andenvironmental samples, using appropriate PPE.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional job-related duties may be assigned. Alliance reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.

Key Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(K) Plan with Competitive Match

Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance

Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)

Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs

Referral Program

Employee Discount Hub

EEO Commitment: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.

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