Senior Project Manager (QC Analytical - Pharmaceutical)

Cumming Group

$127K — $178K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of project management experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
  • Bachelor's degree in science (advanced degree preferred).
  • Expertise in bioanalytical techniques (e.g., cell-based assays, ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry).
  • Demonstrated ability to monitor and manage team performance.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Support project management for QC meetings by scheduling and preparing agendas.
  • Manage and report KPIs, ensuring milestones are met on time.
  • Track timelines to ensure deliverables are completed following quality standards.
  • Identify and escalate risks, developing contingency plans with the team as needed.
  • Lead method transfer/validation for bioanalytical techniques as a subject matter expert.
  • Train and mentor team members on complex QC test methods and processes.
  • Develop and execute regulatory-compliant methods and protocols.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a Senior Project Manager (Pharmaceutical) in the Greater Boston, MA area. In this role, you will be a member of our rapidly growing Program and Project Management team. This client facing role is a great opportunity for you to work on life sciences critical infrastructure related projects and expand your knowledge base.

The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it's no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. Come join our team!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Effectively support project management for QC project meetings, including the scheduling of meetings, preparation of agendas, development of meeting minutes, and follow-up on action items.
  • Manage and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including timelines, milestones, and escalations.
  • Track timeline elements to ensure that functional deliverables are completed on time and according to relevant quality standards.
  • Proactively identify, communicate, and escalate risks and decisions to site leadership. Work with team members, project leader and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop contingency plans when required.
  • Subject matter expert in bioanalytical techniques (e.g., cell-based assays, ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry) leading method transfer/validation and routine testing of in-process, final product, and stability samples.
  • SME for training and mentoring team on multiple complex QC test methods, processes, and procedures.
  • Independently develop, write, and execute methods, protocols, reports, and other related documents aligned with regulatory and corporate guidelines.


Knowledge & Skills Required:
  • Manage and monitor team members' activity in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Delegate providing clear instructions and ongoing feedback.
  • Monitor metrics and course correct as necessary while holding self and others accountable.
  • Provide feedback to senior leaders and clearly communicate organizational direction to team members.
  • Build relationships with key internal resources (peers, direct reports, and senior leaders).


Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required, preferably in science. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Scientific knowledge with a broad range of bioanalytical techniques (cell-based assays, ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry) and deep expertise with the characterization, validation, and transfer of bioanalytical methods


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The salary range for this full-time role is $127,300.00-$178,233.36 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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