Associate Project Manager

Piper Companies is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support the successful execution of real-world evidence (RWE) studies and technology-focused initiatives. This individual will be responsible for coordinating project plans, timelines, documentation, and cross-functional activities to ensure projects remain on track and risks are proactively addressed. The Associate Project Manager will work closely with project leads, statisticians, epidemiologists, engineers, and other stakeholders to support study delivery, technology roadmap execution, and operational excellence. This is a fulltime opportunity within a remote setting. Responsibilities for the Associate Project Manager include: Maintain project plans, timelines, and trackers for multiple concurrent RWE studies, identifying and escalating risks to key milestones. Support study execution activities, including stage-gate reviews, data lock sign-offs, and project documentation management. Ensure alignment between study protocols, statistical analysis plans (SAPs), variable specifications, and change control documentation. Assist with study closeout activities, including lessons learned, documentation archiving, and PMO handoff. Coordinate project milestones across engineering, data, and statistical teams to prevent delays and resolve conflicts. Manage stage-gate processes and maintain project records throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain issue logs, track action items, and follow up on owners and due dates after project meetings. Prepare project status reports, including timeline, scope, budget, resource, and quality metrics. Qualifications for the Associate Project Manager include: 3+ years of experience in project management, project coordination, or a related role. Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Health Informatics, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. Experience within healthcare, life sciences, clinical research, CRO, or health technology environments. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities simultaneously. Experience identifying project risks, escalating issues, and driving resolution before deadlines are impacted. Experience utilizing project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or Monday.com. Exposure to real-world evidence (RWE), epidemiology, clinical research, claims data, or electronic health record (EHR) data preferred. Familiarity with protocols, statistical analysis plans, analysis datasets, and study documentation processes preferred. Understanding of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, or regulated healthcare environments preferred. Compensation for the Associate Project Manager includes: Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable sick leave Keywords: Project Management, RWE, Clinical Research, CRO, Epidemiology, SAP, Protocols, Data Lock, EHR, Claims Data, Risk Management, Timeline Management, Cross-Functional Teams, Agile, Jira, Smartsheet, Monday.com, Release Planning, Technology Roadmaps, Regulatory Compliance, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Healthcare, Life Sciences, PMO, Stakeholder Management, Client Communication. #REMOTE This job is open for applications on 10/23/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date #J-18808-Ljbffr