Project Manager

Real Chemistry

. Deliver assigned medical affairs projects from initiation through final closeout .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within medical affairs, including budget management, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to regulatory processes. Proficient in developing timelines, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality assurance throughout project lifecycles.

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Project ManagementBudget ManagementMedical AffairsCross-Functional CollaborationScientific Communications

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementTimeline CreationRisk PlanningQuality AssuranceDeliverable CoordinationStatus ReportingScope DefinitionApproval ProcessesStandard Operating Procedures

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityOrganizational SkillsProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Project Routing System

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsScientific CommunicationsHealthcare CommunicationsRegulatory ProcessesClient Review Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver assigned medical affairs projects from initiation through final closeout
Plan, coordinate, and manage project budgets, routing, approvals, and launch of deliverables
Manage projects including slide decks, print projects, congress materials, advisory board materials, scientific communications, and smaller digital initiatives
Serve as a main point of contact across internal and external teams
Communicate expectations to internal teams and vendors
Partner with agency teams to meet milestones and keep projects on track
Plan, schedule, and monitor work against timeline, budget, quality, and relevant guidelines
Collaborate with finance and accounting on revenue recognition and invoicing
Participate in client and stakeholder meetings and provide project updates
Perform risk planning and mitigation
Help create service or departmental standard operating procedures
Route deliverables for review and signoff through the electronic project routing system
Ensure signoff at core team, medical/scientific, client review, vendor handoff, and final release milestones
Develop work plans, schedules, and status reports
Lead projects day to day, define scope and objectives, and coordinate cross-functional teams
Coordinate deliverables from concept through delivery and manage reviews, approvals, and handoffs
Support agency process adherence and manage quality assurance

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of Project/Program Management or relevant experience
2+ years of experience in budget management
Working familiarity with medical, legal, regulatory, and client review processes
Background in medical affairs, scientific communications, medical education, or related non-promotional healthcare communications projects
Track record of leading small- to medium-scale projects from conception through completion
Experience working cross-functionally with medical/scientific, editorial, account, creative, and project management partners
Proficiency in creating timelines and tracking progress against schedules
Clear and concise communication with technical and non-technical teams across multiple business areas
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Adaptability, resilience, proactive and resourceful approach, strong prioritization skills
Highly organized self-starter able to work independently and manage tight deadlines
Primarily work Eastern business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits program and perks tailored to the region
Free snacks
Generous holiday and paid time off
Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans
Support in saving for the future
Mental wellness coaching and support
Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning
Hybrid and remote flexibility where appropriate
In-person attendance two days per week for employees within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office
Collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities throughout the year for employees in regions without a nearby office
Accommodation discussions with recruiters and HR for additional flexibility