Scientific Project Coordinator

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the operational management of multiple teams/stakeholders in a fast-paced, cross functional environment for low complexity projects
• Cook up agenda, track key actions/decisions, support stakeholders in task completion, collaboration and communication within translational research (TR) teams
• Support cross-functional planning, budgeting, and resourcing activities while managing Key event maps (KEM)
• Provide support for strategic biomarker plans for trials (ensure creation and regular updates)
• Aid in identifying and developing process improvement initiatives
• Support the delivery of TR status updates
• Escalate risks and proactively manage them
• Align timelines across drug development path for a project
• Partner with Project Managers, Biomarker and Translational Leaders to oversee budgets, create budget line items and ensure accurate projection to alleviate risks and drive continuous improvement
• Use technology solutions to support cross-functional translational research/OTR and Biomarker teams

Education and Experience

• B.A./B.S. in Physical Sciences/Life Sciences or related scientific field required
• Entry level with some relevant industry experience (>2 years)
• Some experience managing projects, timelines, budgeting and forecasting preferred
• Understanding of drug development and clinical trial processes preferred
• Some sample management, analysis or sample tracking knowledge preferred
• Proficient with computer literacy; MS Office, MS Project, Smartsheet and SharePoint
• Demonstrated time management skills and organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute project tasks
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged use of computer and headphones for conference calls
• Communicate effectively via phone, video, and email
• Use hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment

Other Considerations

• Hybrid role, requiring up to 3 days per week on site in Spring House, PA or in Titusville, NJ
• Ability to work and/or be available for meetings during the East Coast core working hours of 9am – 5pm, with flexibility to accommodate global time zones for meetings