Senior Project Manager

MJH Life Sciences

$90K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 4-5+ years of project management or similar experience
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance and medical/legal/regulatory review processes preferred
  • Familiarity with Workfront or similar project management software preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead project kick-off meetings to organize stakeholders and define tasks
  • Develop and manage detailed project timelines across multiple departments
  • Anticipate risks and identify proactive solutions with project teams
  • Utilize project management tools daily for tracking and communication
  • Lead status meetings, providing reports with KPIs and project charters
  • Build relationships with shared services teams and coordinate project logistics
  • Manage execution of diverse projects across various formats

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Health insurance through Cigna (medical & dental)
  • Vision coverage through VSP
  • Pharmacy benefits through OptumRx
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
  • Pet discount program with PetAssure
  • Norton LifeLock identity theft protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fertility benefits through Progyny
  • Commuter benefits
  • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance options
Full Job Description
The Project Manager plays a pivotal role in driving execution across multiple digital, print, video, live, and custom programs. The primary responsibility of this position is to facilitate projects in a consistent and collaborative manner, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, on budget, and exceed expectations. This role requires strong organization, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to proactively anticipate risks while maintaining a solutions-oriented mindset.

What You'll Do
  • Lead project kick-off meetings, organizing stakeholders and creating agendas that clearly define tasks, deliverables, and deadlines.
  • Develop and manage detailed project timelines across multiple departments, continuously updating to ensure timely delivery.
  • Anticipate risks and collaborate with project teams to proactively identify solutions.
  • Utilize Workfront, Salesforce, and Workday daily for project tracking, organization, and communication.
  • Lead internal and external status meetings, providing detailed reports with KPIs and project charters.
  • Build strong relationships with shared services teams, including Studio, Creative, Ad Operations, Content, Marketing, Events, Copy Edit, and Circulation.
  • Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-studio productions, including recruitment, scheduling, planning, venue sourcing, F&B selection, AV procurement, freelancer management, and day-of execution.
  • Manage execution of projects across product families: digital, print, video, virtual and live events, and custom programs.
  • Actively participate in leadership and professional development opportunities.

What Sets You Apart
  • Strong communicator who brings clarity and direction to complex projects.
  • Natural facilitator who thrives on collaboration and teamwork.
  • Proactive problem-solver who anticipates challenges before they escalate.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced environments.
  • Professional, positive, and customer-focused approach to every interaction.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Experience: 4-5+ years of project management or similar experience required. Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance and medical/legal/regulatory review processes preferred. Workfront or similar project management software experience preferred.
Skills: Clear oral and written communication; strong leadership, interpersonal, and facilitation skills; proven conflict resolution and consensus-building ability; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe PDF, and Zoom/Microsoft Teams.
Location & Travel

Hybrid position based in Monroe, NJ. Travel up to 10% for event and video program management.

Compensation Range:

$90,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on qualifications. Eligible for annual company bonus program or commission incentive based on role. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for this position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Benefits Overview:

We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Health insurance through Cigna (medical & dental)
  • Vision coverage through VSP
  • Pharmacy benefits through OptumRx
  • FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Limited Purpose FSA options
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
  • Pet discount program with PetAssure
  • Norton LifeLock identity theft protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through NYLGBS
  • Fertility benefits through Progyny
  • Commuter benefits
  • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance, plus Universal Life Insurance options
  • Supplemental Aflac coverage: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Discounts and rewards through BenefitHub


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