Sr Project Assistant

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Title: Sr Project Assistant

Division: Bioanalytical Laboratory

Location: Richmond, VA

Office Status: Onsite

Discover Impactful Work

Provides administrative and technical support to Project Team including planning, organizing and coordinating responsibilities of project administration. Maintains procedures, guidelines and documentation. Ensures appropriate maintenance of project records and that all regulatory documents are correct, processed and approved. Completes data entry and maintenance of data base repositories. Assists in preparation or creation of reports and completes data collection for analysis. Completes quality review and demonstrates audit readiness.

A day in the life

Completes review, coordination and compilation of files and other materials. Distributes project documents and supplies. Processes and tracks local regulatory, study specific or department documents. Performs file review. Organizes and maintains correspondence files and other departmental records. Analyzes and reconciles project documents, metrics and findings reports within specified timelines.Provides clarification and resolution of findings related to documentation.May assist with translation materials and translation QC upon request.Composes, copies and distributes communications, reports, documents and forms. Performs mass mailings and communications.Maintains vendor trackers. Provides accesses to company, client and vendor systems.Processes local payments (translations, EC/IEC, other local vendors, etc.)Assists on project management ad-hoc activities, producing reports or on study plan edition. Coordinates team conference calls and completes and distributes meeting minutes from internal/client/vendor meetings as applicable.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable GCPs, organization and client SOPs and/or protocol-related specifics through professional career development to ensure continued compliance.Maintains a basic knowledge of project protocol and the ability to implement project plans with specific guidelines and accountable for meeting applicable project timelines in accordance with the contract. Serves as a resource to the project team.Assists in ensuring audit ready files. Contributes to company, client and federal regulatory requirements/audit responses as needed.Acts as a mentor for research and project teams by demonstrating the role of an experienced senior project assistant in the preparation and execution of all administrative functions.Assists in training junior staff and supports departmental leadership in determining training needs.

Education

High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

Experience

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 4 years).In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Self-motivated, positive attitude with effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a team or independently as requiredStrong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectivelyProven ability to effectively analyze project-specific data/systems to ensure accuracy and efficiencyStrong customer focusStrong flexibility to reprioritize workload to meet changing project timelinesDemonstrated ability to attain and maintain a good working knowledge of applicable regulations and procedural documents for all non-clinical/clinical aspects of project implementation, execution and closeoutSolid English language and grammar skillsGood presentation skillsFirm computer skills, proficient in MS Office, ability to obtain knowledge and master all database systems and modern technologySolid critical thinking skills, including but not limited to critical mindset, in-depth investigation for appropriate root cause analysis and problem solvingSkills to work under constant pressure to meet project/client deliverables and timelinesAbility to successfully complete required training program(s) as applicable

Working Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.Able to work in non-traditional work environments.Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

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