Pharma Analytics Project Lead (Hybrid)

Pace Analytical Services, LLC; Morrisville (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pace Life Sciences is seeking a Project Manager II to oversee pharmaceutical analytical outsourcing projects in a hybrid role. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and serve as the main client contact to ensure on-time delivery and compliant work products.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, plus experience in analytical testing environments. Hybrid work arrangement is available, with focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific field required; advanced degree preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management or technical operations, preferably in analytical testing or a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for analytical testing projects.
• Serve as the primary client contact for project updates, deliverables, issues, and scope changes.
• Support sample management for large or complex projects, ensuring regulatory and project-specific requirements are met.
• Update and maintain project status, cost details, and client information in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Approve testing to initiate laboratory work when required.
• Lead client meetings, including preparing agendas and distributing meeting minutes.
• Host on-site client visits and support sales team activities as needed.
• Liaise with quoting and sales teams to initiate new quotes for scope changes or additional work.
• Provide specialized analysis and interpretation of data results to clients.
• Communicate project risks, issues, and progress to stakeholders with clear recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality protocols.
• Collaborate with QA and clients to support timely completion of investigations and CAPAs.
• Maintain accurate and accessible project documentation.
• Coordinate with laboratory, QA, sales, and operational teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and timely project completion.
• Track client account health and elevate concerns to management when necessary.
• Contribute to site forecasting by providing financial updates and projections for ongoing and upcoming work.
• Provide guidance and support to project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of best practices.
• Promote a positive, cooperative work environment aligned with Pace values and mission.
• Comply with all Environmental Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Quality & compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry or related field

PMP certification

4+ years project management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pace Life Sciences is seeking a Project Manager II to oversee pharmaceutical analytical outsourcing projects in a hybrid role. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and serve as the main client contact to ensure on-time delivery and compliant work products.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, plus experience in analytical testing environments. Hybrid work arrangement is available, with focus on safety and quality.