Scientific Coordinator / Software Development Project Manager (Agoura Hills)

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We are a leading contract research organization that has an immediate opening for a Scientific Coordinator / Software Development Project Management position. With direct supervision from the CEO, this position's responsibilities will include preparing and winning contracts for clinical trials, pre-clinical studies, and scientific consulting work from existing clients and new clients. Also, improving company's operating processes in the short and long term; reviewing current software applications and providing recommendations for improvements.

Responsibilities:
? Attend conference calls with clients to understand their project requirements;
? Format contracts and send to clients and potential clients;
? Manage Online Software Development project activities for multiple assignments across all phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure;
? Tailor project management, development and support processes to meet the needs of individual projects (new and/or ongoing);
? Manage the day-to-day activities of projects and staff; communicate with project teams as necessary to ensure project deliverables are on schedule and within cost parameters;
? Analyze and administer with regard to trade-offs and risks; drive key conclusions across projects;
? Provide ongoing project plan/status reporting for use by account managers, clients and management;
? Provide input into strategic planning and asset creation processes;
? Write scientific summaries (with annotations) for the background and introduction for proposals;
? Present proposal to CEO for review and make all required changes/corrections/additions;
? Use and update Customer Relations Management (CRM) software with all client-related activity;
? Manage resource planning and organizational capacity planning;
? Contribute to the design and coding of products.

Requirements:
? Scientific and/or Professional Degree - minimum masters level (doctorate level preferred)
o Acceptable degrees also include PhD, MD, DO, RD, etc.

? 2-3 years experience in a technology environment, including practical professional experience in project management;
? Fundamental understanding of web-based systems programming and development.
? Ability to get complex and scientific points across clearly and succinctly;
? Experience leading and working within cross-functional teams, and a proven ability to establish relationships at all levels of clients (sponsors, contract vendors, consultants, etc.);
? Highly developed diplomatic negotiation and interpersonal skills and the ability to influence without formal authority;
? Ability to adjust and set priorities to meet deadlines;
? Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills;
? Excellent analytic and organizational skills, including the proven ability to adapt to a dynamic project environment;
? Must be self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities and tasks as delegated;
? Must be a team-player with the ability to work within a collaborative environment;
? Proficient with MS Project or similar software and MS Office applications.

Interested applicants may email their resume and salary requirements. Please email your resume in Word or PDF format. Location: Agoura HillsCompensation: DOEPrincipals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.Posting ID: 4051262981

Posted: 2013-09-06, 6:06PM PDT

Updated: 2013-09-06, 6:06PM PDT

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