Associate Project Manager (Clinical Trials - Central Laboratory)

Sonicreferencelab; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory company in South Africa, Gauteng is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support the planning and execution of projects in a clinical trials environment. The ideal candidate will assist in coordinating multi-functional projects, maintain documentation, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and up to 3 years of relevant experience. This full-time position requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years of experience in project coordination, operations, or administrative support.
• Exposure to cross-functional or matrixed environments preferred.
• Internship or academic experience in project management or process improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and execution of projects across various business units.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and documentation.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, and follow up on action items.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure version control.
• Communicate with stakeholders to support alignment and issue resolution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Project tracking tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheet

SharePoint

Job description

Associate Project Manager (Clinical Trials - Central Laboratory)

The Clinical Trials - Central Laboratory Associate Project Manager supports the planning, execution, and delivery of cross-functional projects that drive operational efficiency and strategic outcomes.

This early-career role partners with project managers and business leaders to coordinate activities, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to grow within a structured project management environment.

Location : Austin, TX

• (% onsite)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and execution of projects across various business units
• Support project planning, scheduling, and documentation
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, and follow up on action items
• Maintain project documentation and ensure version control
• Communicate with stakeholders to support alignment and issue resolution
• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities and gathering data
• Support post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field
• 0 to 3 years of experience in project coordination, operations, or administrative support

Experience

• Exposure to cross-functional or matrixed environments preferred
• Internship or academic experience in project management or process improvement is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project tracking tools such as Smartsheet or SharePoint
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and grow within a project management framework
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile principles is a plus

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Job Category : Laboratory Operations

Company : Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc.

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