Almac Group · 4 hours ago
Design Manager Data Services
Lansdale, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAlmac Group is currently seeking a Design Manager, Data Services for their Lansdale, PA location. The Design Manager will fulfill a critical business function on operational project assignments, developing data transfer specifications and ensuring project deliverables are met on time with quality.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Supports study specific Project Managers through client meetings (internal and external) as required by project needs
Writes and / or reviews (provides instructional feedback on) data transfer user requirement specifications (DT URS)
Identifies and works to resolve technical and process issues to ensure client deadlines are met
Follows applicable SOPs and WIs
Oversee deliverables to timeline milestones and communicate with the study specific PM regarding timelines and deliverable status as requested
Troubleshoot to assist resolution of production support issues. This includes manual file updates, as required, for EDC integrations
May include troubleshooting of issues to assist with resolution when study level PMs are stuck with the explanation being provided from Development support
Supports client and Almac global DT projects when requested in accordance with business needs following approved company methodology
Identifies ways to resolve both technical and operational challenges to strategies
Ensures that the functional requirements meet user’s needs and are consistent with the objectives and scope of the project
Safeguards progress and evaluates day to day tasks and consequences for project success
Consults the QA department to ensure project compliance
Interacts with internal and external contacts to obtain, clarify, and verify the business needs will be addressed in the proposed solution
Ensures the requirements will meet the client’s needs, while remaining sustainable and profitable for the business
Interacts at all levels of the organization to exchange project information, communicate problems and resolutions, and obtain approvals
Prepares for and attends meetings with internal and external clients
Attends other project and operational meetings as necessary
Ensures communication of project rollout/implementation occurs
In concert with Technical Solutions team members will identify and facilitate the implementation of Data Services tools, processes, best practices, and efficiency improvements
Develops collaborative, practical solutions with staff, and will do so cross-functionally as needed
This is accomplished through fostering a culture of problem solving and continuous improvements in efficiency and quality
Ideas and concerns are funneled through lines of communication between department touch points that lead to improved solution designs
Provide, establish or acquire technical and operational training, advice, guidance, and recommendations as required
Translate technical requirements for non-technical personnel
Train personnel at all levels of the organization as required
Recognize trends in client requirements
Suggest business supportable solutions based upon these trends
Complies with administrative and regulatory requirements
Establish, maintain and encourage high quality standards
Attend company and staff meetings
Meeting individual and company goals as established
Adhering to company and department policies
Work in concert with Technical Solutions staff to identify project deliverable roles and activities—who is responsible, who needs to be informed, who needs to be consulted, and who needs to be accountable for project deliverables, activities, and tasks
Fosters a positive culture by limiting dialogue that promotes negative views of colleagues outside the realm of constructive feedback
Maintains Quality service by following organization standards
Implements and manages methodologies, documentation, project records, policies, procedures, strategies and standards as required
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or Development Diploma with minimum 1 year experience in a technical project management disciplined role
1+ years of experience in a technical or project management disciplined role
1+ years of experience managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
1 year of experience understanding client requirements
Experience with either: Project Management, Design Management, a technical discipline such as Development or Testing or if limited, Supplemental IRT experience such as that garnered in the role of Project Specialist or Project Coordinator
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to apply project management principles and practices, estimate resource requirements, define milestones and deliverables, monitor activities, evaluate and report on project accomplishments
Ability to think critically and work independently
Ability to perform multiple project tasks
Ability to be detail-oriented with an emphasis on accuracy and delivery of high-quality projects
Effective combination of people skills and assertiveness
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
1+ years of experience in a technical or project management disciplined role understanding client requirements
1+ years of experience managing multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
1+ years of experience gathering and writing technical requirements
Use of Requirements Management Tools and Processes, e.g. Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS), SharePoint, etc
3 years of experience communicating directly with clients
Experience within the clinical technology, life sciences or software industries setting
Understanding of use of IXRS in Clinical Trials
Knowledge of the clinical trial process
Knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC)
Benefits
Medical, Vision & Dental benefits from the 1st of the month following start date
20 days PTO per year, accrued monthly following start date
12 holidays per year as well as one day for Annual Diversity Day
Company paid Long and Short-term disability along with Life Insurance
401k company contribution
Professional development programs/ continuous learning opportunities
Company
Almac Group
Almac Group is a contract development and manufacturing firm offering integrated services to pharmaceutical and biotech companies globally.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2019-12-04Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Alan Armstrong
Chairman and CEO
Gerald Donnelly
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