Associate Director Program Management

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Associate Director - Program Management- Life Sciences

Location: Lebanon NJ

Summary

Pace® Life Sciences is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Program Management to lead complex, cross‑functional programs across multiple laboratory sites. This role oversees strategic client relationships, drives project execution excellence, and partners closely with operational, technical, and commercial teams to ensure high‑quality delivery.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead large‑scale, multi‑site program delivery—on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and internal teams, communicating status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Develop project plans, resource strategies, and governance frameworks.
• Mentor and manage project managers to strengthen project management capabilities.
• Partner with Account Executives to enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
• Support sample management, LIMS updates, and project documentation.
• Host client meetings and site visits; support quoting for scope changes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.
• Collaborate with QA on investigations and CAPAs; communicate outcomes to clients.
• Monitor client account health and escalate issues as needed.
• Contribute to forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as backup for the Senior Director of Project Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, biology, business, or related field; advanced degree (MS/MBA) preferred.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
• 7+ years of project management experience, including 5+ years in life sciences, CDMO, biotech, analytical testing, or laboratory environments.
• Proven success leading complex, cross‑functional programs.
• 5+ years of supervisory or mentorship experience.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of analytical testing methodologies and regulatory/quality systems (ISO, GLP) a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Pace® Life Sciences

Join a collaborative, mission‑driven organization committed to scientific excellence and exceptional client service. You’ll lead high‑impact programs that support critical analytical and laboratory services across our multi‑site network.

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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