Project Manager Trainee (Onsite)

Eurofins QTA Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager Trainee to transition into project management for Bio/Pharmaceutical testing. This unique role offers the opportunity to develop essential skills in project management while working closely with clients and internal teams. Candidates will gain hands-on experience in managing project scopes, budgets, and schedules, all while being supported by experienced Project Managers. The position offers a blend of on-site and hybrid work opportunities, along with a clear pathway to advancement. If you're looking to kickstart your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organization and attention to detail are essential.
• Prior experience in project management or laboratory work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Project Managers to learn project management processes.
• Support PMs with administrative tasks and sample submissions.
• Track financial aspects of projects and manage documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Customer Service

MS Office

MS Project

LIMS Navigation

GMP Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Equivalent directly-related experience

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

LIMS

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

This is the perfect position for the scientist that doesn’t want to work at the bench! The Project Manager Trainee (PMT) position serves as a transitionary role to a project manager for Bio/Pharmaceutical contract testing here at Eurofins Lancaster Labs (ELLI). This client facing role will help candidates learn the necessary technical functions to navigate ELLI’s information systems, construct and develop relationships with clients and ELLI’s internal scientific and support departments, refine organizational skills required for project management, and assist project managers with a variety of tasks to familiarize candidates with the daily responsibilities of a successful project manager. This is an on-site position with hybrid and remote work opportunities with advancement into a Project Manager Position.

Employee Responsibilities

1. Shadow Project Managers (PMs) to learn processes and duties required for a project management position. Our PMs direct and coordinate large client testing programs, on-boarding of method establishment and long term stability programs for the in vitro testing of Pharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceuticals, Cell and Gene Therapy Products, Raw Materials, Medical Devices and Combination Products. PMs manage portfolios of ranging from high-throughput routine testing to coordination of long-term, complex establishment projects.
2. Support PMs in an administrative capacity with varied assignments behind the scenes including reviewing sample submissions, management of critical testing documentation, and facilitating backup activities for PMs who are out of the office.
3. Learn how to drive project scopes, budgets and schedules in order to set, manage, meet and exceed customer expectations following industry accepted PM processes through the initiation of a project through planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Learn how to manage action items with the technical team and the client.
4. Work with fellow PMTs and the Client Services Team to respond to live client requests for testing and routine sample management in order to gain real situational training while in the PMT program.
5. Track financial aspects of projects including purchase and invoice management.
6. Facilitate investigations with the technical teams and the clients for on-time closure of non-routine events.
7. Occasionally assist with data management of special projects assigned to the department.
8. As determined by the candidate’s Group Leader, be assigned dedicated projects, which will increase with the experience and capabilities of the candidate.
9. Transition into a full PM role after a training period of 9-12 months.

Qualifications

Key Candidate Attributes:

• Possesses excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Has a strong organization and attention to detail.
• Prior project management, customer service, or bench laboratory work in chemistry, biology and/or engineering experience is strongly encouraged.
• Computer skills – Experience utilizing MS Office and MS Project or other project organization tools. Experience navigating a LIMS or equivalent is a plus.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with agency and company policies (GMP knowledge is a plus).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self-motivated, adaptable, and maintain a positive attitude, even with critical deadlines.
• Initiative/ Self-Starter – proactively seek out work and training opportunities, offer to assist others, strive for high productivity and output in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, business, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major).
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster PA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.