job summary: As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. We supply prestigious life sciences and biopharma companies with job seekers like you to achieve their business goals. If you're looking for a position where you can serve as an asset to your company while making a difference in others' lives, we have the ideal position for you! location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $65.00 - 77.42 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: The company is seeking a motivated and energetic Associate Director level Project Manager responsible for providing project management leadership to enable execution of cross-functional projects across clinical development. This position will play an early role in helping establishing a centralized project management function that will drive critical projects that will enable the Clinical Development Organization to scale as we look to establish key internal capabilities in support of operational excellence in our clinical trials and deliver on the promise of mRNA technology. This role will be responsible to develop strong oversight and execution for projects and initiatives which may include developing a business case and project plan to support internal approval, as well as managing the capability build through implementation. These projects will include key partnerships across our Clinical Development (CDO) functions: Business Operations, Clinical Operations, Clinical Supply, Clinical Biomarkers, Data Management, Medical Writing, Patient Recruitment & Retention, Stats & Programing and may include Therapeutic Areas, Commercial, Finance, Regulatory, Supply Chain and more with the critical responsibility of integration across all those processes related to the projects. The Associate Director will develop timelines, provide governance, lead certain project teams, support the functions in project planning, drive execution and manage risk, allocate budgets and resources appropriately, and coordinate interdependencies across all the functions. Direct multiple complex projects involving internal and external stakeholders and vendorsProvide leadership to projects; be the hub of knowledge and source of truthCreate cross functional project plans to ensure clarity of deliverables and timingTrack, report and facilitate the resolution of issues and risks across several integrated projectsPartner with the relevant functional leadership to drive project strategy and execution planManage project team meetings to include agenda planning, drive agenda, decision tracking and action follow-up.Build relationships with key stakeholders (team members and leadership) to ensure alignment of functional and corporate objectives qualifications: BS degree in a scientific field with at least 8 years of experience or MS degree in a scientific field with 4 years of experience in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical settingExperience in clinical drug developmentPMP certification preferredUnderstanding and experience in GCP and/or GXP environment is preferredProven track record of successful project management experience and knowledge of project management tools/software skills: Project Management, GCP (Good Clinical Practice) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.