Project Coordinator, DiscoveryOne

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Discovery One Overview

Integrated Drug Discovery, Discovery One, brings together the breadth of functional expertise across the entire Eurofins Discovery organization and combines a wealth experienced drug discovery and program management expertise to design, implement and deliver from idea to IND enabled on behalf of the client. In combining all the chemistry, biology, ADME, pharmacology, safety and toxicology capabilities of Eurofins Discovery, and using our extensive drug discovery expertise and experience, as well as exceptional program management services, Discovery One brings high value, complementary consultative support to enable the client. The virtual project team of Scientific Project Leads and Program Managers, drives the project internally and externally to a successful conclusion and hopefully project renewal.

The Project Coordinator/Manager would oversee and coordinate chemistry-focused projects managed by DiscoveryOne but executed at Eurofins Advinus. This role will also support Program Managers in the planning, execution, and assessment of different programs within DiscoveryOne. The Project Coordinator will facilitate effective communication and collaboration across multiple sites and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with contractual requirements. They will also collaborate closely with Program managers, Scientific Project Leads, Client Services teams, Laboratory Operations teams, and other personnel to ensure that the goals, objectives, and outcomes of the program are achieved. Additionally, they will interact with internal and external stakeholders to offer information, feedback, and support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Coordination:

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day activities of Chemistry-focused projects, ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery
• Act as the primary point of contact between the different teams and sites involved in the project
• Ensure seamless coordination between DiscoveryOne, and the Chemistry teams across different sites
• Review and verify contractual requirements to ensure they are being met
• Work with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with contract terms, deliverables, and payment schedules
• Monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain and update program databases and records

Collaboration and Support to DiscoveryOne Program Management team (Study Coordination):

• Provide administrative support to program managers
• Assist in the development and execution of program strategies and activities
• Responsible for processing orders from clients and organizing materials for project implementation, from quote and sales order generation to study completion
• Facilitate communication between program managers and internal client services and operations teams, keeping program managers informed of study status, turnaround times and delays or potential issues and operations teams informed of client requirements
• Initiate and track studies under DiscoveryOne, ensuring timely study activation and data delivery
• Maintain and update program databases and records
• Monitor study/project progress and ensure deadlines are met
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry or equivalent; or more than 3 years related experience and/or training in project management; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven project management ability, with excellent follow-up and close-out skills
• Experienced in writing and interpreting documents such as standard operating procedures, instructions, and contracts and agreements with demonstrated attention to detail
• Knowledge of integrated drug discovery process and bringing drugs to market in Pharma or Biotech is preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX Software and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is preferred
• Preferably from the CRO industry
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Coordinate with team members from different regions to meet deadlines and program milestones
• Demonstrate adaptability in accommodating flexible working hours to support a seamless collaboration environment
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities

Mentality/ Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Coordinate with team members from different regions to meet deadlines and program milestones
• Demonstrate adaptability in accommodating flexible working hours to support a seamless collaboration environment
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities