Translational Sciences Program Manager
Hays

Job Info

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The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Translational Sciences Program Manager in Princeton, NJ.

Role Description

TS & DS Program Management is searching for a manager to support the Translational Sciences technology groups responsible for biomarker assay development and execution, focused on enabling a precision medicine approach in late phase clinical trials. This role will have significant interactions with stakeholders throughout Translational Medicine.

The Program Manager will be responsible for ensuring efficient execution of projects supporting on-going clinical trials, as well as efforts focused on translational research. This role will split time between oversight from project initiation through data delivery for both internal and external work and support of the Capital Equipment Purchasing cycle.

The successful candidate will be a motivated, self-starter with a Growth Mindset. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required, as well as experience working in a highly matrixed organization.

• Apply project management skills to ensure work is delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Establish and maintain operational capabilities that facilitate efficient workflows/processes.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives through interaction of all relevant stakeholders and ensure technical feasibility of requests.
• Apply stakeholder management skills to facilitate successful relationships.
• Utilize risk management techniques to minimize project derailment, and escalate issues to management as needed.
• Responsible for tracking order statuses and coordinates estimated delivery dates with laboratory personnel.
• Partners with R&ED Business Lead to assist with allocation of funds, overall spend budgeting, and prioritization team spend.
• Works with vendors, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement, Capital Coordinator, and/or the Buying Hub on final quotes needed for requisitioning.
• Responsible for end of year invoicing activities and assures PO closure occurring in a timely manner.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with minimum 4 years' experience in drug development/scientific discipline.
• Experience working with vendors/facilitating contracts desired but not necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple projects of significant complexity in a highly matrixed team environment.
• Significant exposure to biomarkers, including collections and logistics considerations.
• Understanding of clinical data management desired.
• Experience and high degree of fluency with MS Office tools and project management programs.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information. #1137914

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