Scientific Project Coordinator (Project Manager)
Eurofins
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Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing a unique range of analytical testing services that help make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable.
With more than 58,000 employees across 900 laboratories in over 50 countries, Eurofins supports the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, environmental, and clinical industries through world-class testing and scientific expertise.
Job Description
Ready to Move Beyond the Bench?
Are you someone who enjoys keeping projects organized, working with people, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks? Do you have a background in science and want to explore a career path that combines client interaction, problem solving, and project coordination?
At Eurofins, you'll play a key role in helping pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients successfully execute analytical testing projects. You'll serve as the bridge between clients and laboratory teams, coordinating activities, tracking timelines, and ensuring projects move forward efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build a long-term career in project management, laboratory operations, scientific client services, quality, or leadership.
What You'll Do
As a Scientific Project Coordinator, you'll help manage testing projects from initiation through completion by:
- Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
- Coordinating activities between laboratory teams, quality assurance, finance, business development, and operations
- Creating and maintaining project records within company systems
- Monitoring project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
- Leading client update meetings and providing status reports
- Identifying potential risks and helping drive solutions before delays occur
- Supporting scope changes, purchase orders, and project documentation
- Working with internal teams to ensure client expectations are met
- Assisting with invoice review and billing coordination
- Maintaining accurate, organized, and audit-ready project documentation
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coordinating projects, schedules, workflows, or cross-functional activities
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working within regulated laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotech, manufacturing, or quality environments
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
Additional Information
Position is Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Looking to take the next step in your scientific career without spending every day at the bench? Apply today and discover how your science background can launch a rewarding career in project management.
Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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