Senior Project Manager (Contract)

External Description

Vertex Medical Affairs is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior Project Manager to play a key role in advancing our Medical Affairs programs. Reporting to the Executive Director Medical Information, Technology and Innovation, this position requires solid project management expertise and a track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver on project milestones. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and monitoring of multi-faceted projects, ensuring they align with the Medical Affairs teams goals and timelines.

This is a 6 month contract with the chance to extend. 

Onsite 1-2 days a week is hihgly preferred.

Experience in Life Sciences Research and Development is required. 

Key Responsibilities:

1.Project planning/management

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
• Monitor project progress and adjust timelines as necessary to ensure projects are on track for successful completion.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address and minimize risks that may impact project timelines or outcomes.
• Track and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control. Collaborate with functional heads to allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and funding, to support project activities.

 2. Life Sciences/Pharmaceuticals/Medical Experience

• Experience working in project management in Life Sciences or related fields is required

Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of project management experience from a life sciences, biotech or pharmaceutical environment
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in using graphics and presentation tools
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
• PMP or other project management certification is desirable

$85 - $95/HR

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