Associate Project Manager – In Vivo PK / DMPK

Associate Project Manager – In Vivo PK / DMPK

 

Location

Exton, PA (onsite)

 

Salary Range: $50,000-55,000

 

 

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global contract research and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 25,000 employees worldwide across 28 locations in the US, UK, China, and Singapore, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated high-quality services.

 

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported 887 discovery projects, 1,100+ CMC programs, and 1,397 clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,300 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

Job Summary

 

Are you looking to combine your scientific knowledge with project management in a collaborative drug discovery environment? We are seeking an Associate Project Manager to support preclinical In Vivo Pharmacokinetics (PK) and Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies. In this role, you'll partner with scientists, clients, and cross-functional teams to ensure studies are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional with a life sciences background who enjoys working at the intersection of science, client service, and project coordination.

 

What You'll Do

As an Associate Project Manager, you will oversee projects from quote generation through final study deliverables while serving as a key communication link between clients and internal teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare scientifically accurate study quotes and budgets.
• Develop and process change orders as project scope evolves.
• Coordinate project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and internal stakeholders throughout each study.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and help resolve issues before they impact timelines.
• Support the in vivo PK team by assisting with scientific report drafting and documentation.
• Coordinate resources, including personnel, equipment, laboratory space, and external vendors.
• Manage multiple active projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records across internal systems.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay informed of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and drug development best practices.
• Collaborate with Scientific, Executive, Legal, Accounting, Sales & Marketing, and Operations teams across multiple U.S. laboratory sites.

Qualifications

 

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmacology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of one year of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or related industry experience.
• Experience with scientific writing or report preparation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience working within a Contract Research Organization (CRO).
• Working knowledge of preclinical DMPK and bioanalysis.
• Understanding of in vivo pharmacokinetics in