Head of Project Management

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company that provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. We work to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable by ensuring the products we test – from food and water to medicines – are safe, authentic, and accurately labeled. Our global network is a leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agroscience testing, forensics, material science, clinical studies, and diagnostic testing.

In over 30 years, we have grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff in 900 laboratories across 54 countries. In 2024 we generated total revenues of €6,515 billion and continue to be among Europe’s best performing stocks.

Job Description Project Manager The Project Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the client studies assigned. The Project Manager will ensure that assigned studies are executed according to client expectations and with the highest level of quality, managing timeline, budget, logistics, and contracted scope.

Key Responsibilities Contracted Services Management Manage project contractual deliverables, maintain timelines and budgets, and identify scope creep.

Work with clients and contract specialists to amend Statements of Work when necessary.

Utilize laboratory and project management software.

Ensure accurate and timely billing for manual charges.

Internal and External Client Management Serve as primary point of contact for all project stakeholders.

Prepare meeting agendas and capture minutes with action items.

Document and act upon client expectations.

Resolve client issues or concerns.

Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams and third‑party vendors.

Study Management Complete project setup in applicable systems.

Provide basic project metric reports for key study KPIs.

Perform risk analysis and implement mitigation strategies.

Forecast study enrollments and coordinate with lab operations for turnaround times.

Forecast projected revenues for individual studies.

Data Management Coordinate with clients and Data Management to ensure data transfer agreements are in place.

Schedule and oversee client data transfers.

Decision Making and Leadership Represent the department and company in accordance with standards.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Levels Level I – Minimum Ability to manage medium to high complexity assay development projects and clinical trial projects with limited senior assistance.

Create complex metric reports independently.

Assist department management with special projects.

Perform risk analysis and mitigation with limited support.

Level II – Fully meets Level I responsibilities plus: Manage high complexity projects with minimal assistance from departmental management.

Proactively identify and mitigate risks and resolve issues in real‑time.

Negotiate with clients to maintain operational processes.

Implement process improvements.

Qualifications Basic Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in a clinical, scientific, or technical discipline (or equivalent).

Advanced degree or MBA preferred.

Basic Minimum Work Requirements Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Experience Levels Level I – Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in clinical lab, central lab, CRO or equivalent.

Keen knowledge of laboratory development and operations processes.

Knowledge of the clinical trial/pharmaceutical industry preferred.

Proven project management skills.

High proficiency with PC‑based software, including project management and data management tools.

Level II – Fully meets Level I responsibilities plus: 3–10 years of successful project management experience or equivalent.

Project management certification preferred.

Demonstrated success in managing biopharma projects of increasing complexity.

In‑depth knowledge of laboratory development and operations processes.

Ability to train other associates as required.

The Ideal Candidate Possesses Strong customer service skills and ability to establish relationships with internal and external clients.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels.

Robust time management and organizational skills.

Goal‑oriented, self‑motivated, and enthusiastic.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Attention to detail.

Independent decision‑making on matters of moderate significance.

Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously with varying complexity.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Physical Requirements Physical dexterity to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively for keyboard and office equipment.

Ability to communicate clearly, including speaking, hearing, and using telephone.

Capacity to operate a personal computer for extended periods (4+ hours).

Mental acuity sufficient for data collection, interpretation, and decision‑making.

Additional Information Position is full‑time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with additional hours as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Lenexa, KS are encouraged to apply.

Compensation: $90,000

Excellent full‑time benefits: comprehensive medical coverage, dental, vision options.

Life and disability insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Paid vacation and holidays.

Eurofins USA Clinical Trial Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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