Project Management Trainee

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple GMP testing projects from initiation to closure.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive tracking tools for projects, including schedules, action trackers and dashboards to enforce accountability and timely delivery.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all deliverables meet client expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present project updates and reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Track, manage and report turnaround time metrics and schedule variance.

Client Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and accurate interpretation of technical data across functional teams.
• Organize and facilitate planned and ad hoc project meetings including: project kick off, recurring project status calls, client technical visits, and project closure meetings.
• Prepare and present project status and performance KPIs in client Business Review Meetings.

Financial Management

• Work closely with the Business Development team to grow client relationship and revenue through cross selling and managing assigned projects to provide exemplary customer experience and value.
• Track financial performance - including FTE utilization, planned vs actual hours, budget variance, and cash flow.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure testing activities comply with GMP, GLP, and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Support audits and inspections by regulatory authorities and clients.
• Drive investigations to timely closure.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, QA, Sample Registration, Pricing, Business Development).
• Collaborate with partner Eurofins sites and subcontractors as required.

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Experience:
• Strong background in pharmaceutical sciences, analytical chemistry, or biologics.
• Experience in GMP lab operations, especially in CMC testing.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Skills:
• Knowledge of GMP regulations (21 CFR Part 210/211, EU GMP).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Additional Information

• Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m , plus additional hours as needed.
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.
• We offer excellent full-time benefits including:
• comprehensive medical coverage,
• life and disability insurance,
• 401(k) with company match,
• paid holidays and vacation,
• dental and vision options.

Additional Information

• Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.