Scientific Project Manager - Scientific Operations

Scientific Project Manager – Scientific Operations

Lab Connect

Overview

Lab Connect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world. We are an independent, global, one‑stop‑shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor‑made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Management:
  Lead contracting with third‑party lab service providers for assay development and validation; collaborate with business operations, procurement, and clinical teams to ensure appropriate SOWs and contracts.
• Study Coordination:
  Manage critical reagent supply and sample analysis; work closely with bioanalytical strategy leads, clinical trial teams, and lab service providers to finalize study documents and meet timelines; support the development of novel bioanalytical processes.
• Documentation and Data:
  Provide input into clinical trial documents (e.g., eCRFs, ICFs, SOWs); drive delivery of data transfer specifications and ensure data accuracy.
• Sample Logistics:
  Track and reconcile sample testing, resolving any issues; contribute to cleaning and finalizing data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s level equivalent degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in drug development and/or clinical trial processes (Scientific Project Manager); 5–6 years for Senior Scientific Project Manager.
• Experience managing projects, including timelines, budgeting and forecasting.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in bioanalysis within regulatory environments (GLP/GCP).
• PMP certification and formal change management training strongly preferred.
• Highly proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet and SharePoint.
• Strong planning, attention to detail and organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication.

Working Hours, Location, Travel

• Standard East Coast business hours.
• Ability to be onsite in Gaithersburg, Maryland Monday‑Friday for the first few weeks of orientation.
• After orientation, position will be remote with occasional onsite meetings.
• Preference for candidates within commutable proximity to Gaithersburg;
  East Coast candidates considered.
• Some travel required.

Benefits

• Base salary, 401(k) match and possible annual bonus eligibility.
• Health benefits beginning on hire date.
• PTO plan, 11 paid company holidays and one day to volunteer.
• Short and long‑term disability, life insurance and AD&D.
• Career growth opportunities, global scope and a collaborative environment.

Lab Connect is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. For more information, see our EEO statement and privacy notice.