Project Manager II (CRO or Life Sciences) - Remote

ZipRecruiter; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CRO is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee project coordination in the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in project management, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills. This full-time role will involve developing project budgets, ensuring financial KPIs are met, and driving client satisfaction. Proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of clinical trial processes are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project coordination or project management.
• Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trials and pharmaceutical development.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets for moderate complexity projects.
• Ensure financial KPIs are achieved on assigned projects.
• Execute day-to-day activities during the course of a program/project.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Overview

About MMS: MMS is an innovative, data-focused CRO that supports the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries with a proven, scientific approach to complex trial data and regulatory submission challenges. With a global footprint across four continents, MMS maintains a 97 percent customer satisfaction rating. Our mission is to deliver high-quality service and technology solutions – rooted in strong science and decades of regulatory experience – that will assist our clients in developing and marketing life-changing therapies to positively improve lives worldwide. MMS recognizes that a talented staff is what drives our business forward. Identifying and attracting top talent and continual training to strengthen core skills are essential to its core mission. For more information, visit www.mmsholdings.com or follow MMS on LinkedIn.

This position requires proven Project Management experience in supporting marketing applications, as well as in the development and management of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) programs.

Responsibilities

• Understands various cost models and develops budgets for moderate complexity projects.
• Ensures financial KPIs are achieved on assigned projects; invoices on-time and ensures alignment with the contracted payment schedule; updates revenue projections on assigned projects. Controls project scope via defined PM methodology and processes for change management.
• Develops moderate complexity project timelines independently.
• Performs advanced functions in MSP. Understands task constraints and conveys critical path milestones to the functional lead. Develops/input into strategies to help achieve timeline expectations.
• Executes day-to-day activities during the course of a program/project including risk identification, issue escalation and resolution. Collaborates with functional line management to resolve any issues and trends.
• Intermediate excel skills (Hlookup, Vlookup, Pivot Table, etc.).
• Drives customer satisfaction and works to strengthen client relationships. Develops an account growth plan and consults with line manager to achieve a 10% revenue growth annually (minimum). Manages minimum one key account.
• Participates in or leads RFIs/RFPs in collaboration with proposals team. Participates in or leads capabilities meetings - at least 2 annually.
• Participates in or leads bid defenses - at least 1 annually.
• Proficient in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Proficient in meeting facilitation including scheduling, development of agendas and meeting minutes; works with project leads to ensure meeting objectives are met.
• Understands general requirements: ICH, 21CRF Part 11, and ISO 9001:2000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, or relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project coordination or project management or similar field required.
• Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with current ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements.
• Basic understanding of CROs and scientific & clinical data/terminology, and the drug development process.