Project Manager Trainee (Onsite)

This is the perfect position for the scientist that doesnt want to work at the bench!  The Project Manager Trainee (PMT) position serves as a transitionary role to a project manager for Bio/Pharmaceutical contract testing here at Eurofins Lancaster Labs (ELLI). This client facing role will help candidates learn the necessary technical functions to navigate ELLIs information systems construct and develop relationships with clients and ELLIs internal scientific and support departments refine organizational skills required for project management and assist project managers with a variety of tasks to familiarize candidates with the daily responsibilities of a successful project manager. This is an on-site position with hybrid and remote work opportunities with advancement into a Project Manager Position. 

Employee Responsibilities

       Shadow Project Managers (PMs) to learn processes and duties required for a project management position.  Our PMs direct and coordinate large client testing programs on-boarding of method establishment and long term stability programs for the in vitro testing of Pharmaceuticals Biopharmaceuticals Cell and Gene Therapy Products Raw Materials Medical Devices and Combination Products.  PMs manage portfolios of ranging from high-throughput routine testing to coordination of long-term complex establishment projects.

       Support PMs in an administrative capacity with varied assignments behind the scenes including reviewing sample submissions management of critical testing documentation and facilitating backup activities for PMs who are out of the office.

       Learn how to drive project scopes budgets and schedules in order to set manage meet and exceed customer expectations following industry accepted PM processes through the initiation of a project though planning executing monitoring and controlling and closing.  Learn how to manage action items with the technical team and the client

       Work with fellow PMTs and the Client Services Team to respond to live client requests for testing and routine sample management in order to gain real situational training while in the PMT program. 

       Track financial aspects of projects including purchase and invoice management

       Facilitate investigations with the technical teams and the clients for on-time closure of non-routine events. 

       Occasionally assist with data management of special projects assigned to the department

       As determined by the candidates Group Leader be assigned dedicated projects which will increase with the experience and capabilities of the candidate

       Transition into a full PM role after a training period of 9-12 month

Qualifications :

• Possesses excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Has a strong organization and attention to detail
• Prior project management customer service or bench laboratory work in chemistry biology and/or engineering experience is strongly encouraged
• Computer skills Experience utilizing MS Office and MS Project or other project organization tools.  Experience navigating a LIMS or equivalent is a plus.
• Ability to learn new techniques perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously keep accurate records follow instructions and comply with agency and company policies (GMP knowledge is a plus)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team be self-motivated adaptable and maintain a positive attitude even with critical deadlines
• Initiative/ Self-Starter proactively seek out work and training opportunities offer to assist others strive for high productivity and output in a fast-paced environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in science business or other related degree concentration or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information :

Position is full-time Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster PA are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time