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Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.\nThis is a full-time, onsite, Project Manager 1 position located in Oakdale, MN, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.\nCompensation: $60,000 - $70,000 per year\nThe salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.\nMake an Impact. Build a Career.\nPace® Life Sciences delivers a comprehensive suite of contract CMC development, CTM manufacturing, regulatory compliance, consulting, and facility support services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and gene therapy industries. Operating across a network of CDMO sites, GMP analytical testing laboratories, and manufacturing support centers, we partner with clients to efficiently advance programs from early development through commercialization.\nOur experienced industry experts and continued investment in state-of-the-art facilities reflect our commitment to quality, speed, and reliability. United by a shared purpose, we bring meaningful value to patients, healthcare professionals, and health businesses worldwide by delivering services that support a safer, healthier future.\nSUMMARY\nResponsible for facilitating internal and external communication between clients, laboratory staff and sales staff. Uses intermediate to complex professional and technical knowledge to communicate capabilities, project milestones, updates, delays, and deliverables.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nThis class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.\nServes as the primary point of contact to clients regarding project updates, issues, deliverables, and scope changes.\nLeads client meetings in-person or via teleconference, as needed or as requested by the Account Executive.\nCollaborates and communicates with laboratory staff on project status.\nProblem solves alternatives to project issues, delays, etc. that could impact either the quality or turn-around-time of the results and communicates alternatives, when feasible, in a positive and professional manner with the customer.\nCollaborates with Account Executives and Department Leads to determine testing capabilities for incoming projects and quote changes based on project scope.\nUpdates the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) regarding projects status, cost, and client account information.\nSupports Sample Management for large scope projects/complex projects with reviewing project needs, incoming sample issues, and compliance with regulations.\nGenerates client and department reports in a timely and efficient manner.\nReviews dashboards/open projects to keep project moving and meet client's deadline.\nProvides intermediate to complex analysis and interpretation of data results to clients.\nAssists with developing or participating in project management or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction, and presents information to management.\nInterprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.\nContributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.\nPromotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.\n Education and Experience\nBachelor's degree in project management, chemistry, or a closely related field; AND at least (2) years of experience, including experience with specialized or technical programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.\nRequired Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge\nGeneral understanding of the administration and oversight of project management programs, policies, and procedures.\nIntermediate to complex methods to resolve project management problems, questions, and concerns.\nComprehensive understanding of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.\nGeneral knowledge of testing capabilities.\nComputer applications and systems related to work.\nPrinciples and practices to serving as an effective project team member.\nMethods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate operations.\nCorrect business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.\nRequired Skills\nOverseeing and administering general project management functions.\nTraining others in policies and procedures related to the work.\nServing as a team member and the development and management of projects.\nOperating in both a team and individual contributor environment.\nInterpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.\nPreparing intermediate to complex functional reports, correspondence, and other written materials.\nUsing initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.\nUsing tact, discretion, and prudence in working with those contacted during the work.\nContributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.\nEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various individuals contacted in the work.\nPHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS\nThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.\n WORKING ENVIRONMENT\nWork is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors and related items in a lab setting.\nFind Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.\nBenefits\nWhen you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. 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Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nPace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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