Co-op, Project Management Associate

Job Summary

The Co-op – Project Management Support role is designed for students interested in biologics development, pharmaceutical operations, and project management. This role supports Project Managers in coordinating cross-functional activities, tracking operational progress, and maintaining effective communication across internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in daily coordination of biologics development projects and operational activities.
• Develop and manage low-complexity projects in respect of scope, timeline, budget, quality, communication, risk, procurement, stakeholders in accordance of the mission and goals of WuXi Biologics and clients.
• Cook up and manage internal and external resources, and participate in process improvement initiatives and operational excellence activities to improve team efficiency and workflow management.
• Aid in maintaining project databases, dashboards, and project management tools.
• Schedule and organize internal meetings, client meetings, teleconferences, and site visit activities.
• Perform additional operational and project coordination tasks assigned by the Project Management team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, Business, or related disciplines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Previous internship, co-op, research lab, student organization, or operational support experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Ability to collect, process, and analyze project and operational data to support project tracking, revenue monitoring, and management reporting.
• Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of biologics development, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or CMC-related workflows is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with problem-solving capability is a must.
• Capability of working in a highly diverse team in both culture and technical background is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese will be a strong plus but not mandatory.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Fast learner with a strong willingness to continuously improve project management and technical knowledge.