Associate Project Manager - Labs

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

This is a fully remote role supporting our BioAnalytical Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US.  

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. 

The working shift for this role is Monday - Friday from ~8AM-5PM.

Join Us as an Associate Project Manager - Labs – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation
The Associate Project Manager - Labs liaises with PPD's operational departments, affiliates and sponsors. Supports the identification, evaluation, and resolution of shipments for identified protocols and/or study programs.
We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.
What You'll Do:
• Investigate clinical trial shipments and samples that cannot be clearly identified or routed upon receipt.
• Review available shipment documentation, manifests, and other relevant data to support resolution of shipment, manifest and sample discrepancies.

• Review requests for database imports for accuracy and consistency and provide accurate status information of all pending and completed database imports.
• Implement quality control review procedures to ensure accurate data imports.
• Participate in internal/self-audit of database content, supporting ongoing quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Perform corrective and preventative action activities and special project activities, as required, to support ongoing quality assurance and quality event outcomes.
Education and Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 2 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Good organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and to manage multiple assignments with challenging/conflicting deadlines
• Effective project management and organizational skills
• Good computer skills
• General knowledge of clinical trial processes and programs
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in identification and resolution of technical problems in a professional environment
• Ability to attain, maintain and apply a working knowledge of applicable procedural documents
• Demonstrated positive attitude, enthusiasm toward work, and the ability to work well with others
Working Environment:
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
• Work is performed in a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations, occasional domestic travel.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Rare exposure to skin and lung irritants, radiation, toxic materials and hazardous waste.
• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves.
• Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.
Why join us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $50,800.00–$67,700.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards