Project Coordinator - Meridian Bioscience

About Meridian

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Job Summary

The Project Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative and logistical support to the project management team on projects associated with the development and launch of in vitro diagnostic products.  This role involves collaboration and coordination with various internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, regulatory authorities, project team members and collaborators from other departments.

This role is also responsible for coordinating and managing the logistics and supply chain activities associated with the projects.  This includes ordering, procurement, distribution, and tracking of supplies, as well as coordination of billing and/or payment

Key Duties

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure all projects adhere to internal quality standards and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and review shipping documentation, including import/export requirements.
• Prepare and submit import permit requests to regulatory authorities.
• Assist Project Management team with Master Control tasks. (Create and complete InfoCards, ECO, Risk Assessment, CAPA, Deviations, etc. Perform typist duties)
• Participate in quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Ensure that all aspects of the project management tasks and associated documentation comply with standard operating procedures (SOPs), relevant regulatory requirements and ethical standards.
• Support in additional administrative tasks, as needed.

Logistical Support:

• Assist in the planning, coordination and preparation of shipments and receipts of project related materials, supplies, instruments, and samples.
• Manage the distribution and tracking of project supplies.
• Assist in the administrative aspects of project related expenses (purchase orders, invoices)

 Communication and Collaboration:

• Act as a point of contact for internal and external contacts regarding all shipments and receipts of project supplies.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates on supply chain status and address any supply-related issues or concerns.
• Work closely with the Project Managers to coordinate with the project team and ensure project tasks are delivered on-time

Problem Resolution:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.
• Identify and address any challenges or issues related to the supply chain promptly.

Training and Development:

• Stay informed about the latest developments in project management practices
• Participate in relevant training programs to enhance knowledge and skills related to project management support.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, stoop, reach, bend throughout the course of the workday.
• Must be able to concentrate, analyze and solve practical issues throughout the course of the workday.
• Ability to work on a PC including repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse for long periods throughout the course of the workday.
• Must be able to adhere to applicable biosafety practices when on the manufacturing floor or in laboratories.

Qualifications

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred:

• Bachelors degree with at least 2-4 yearsyears of experience in one or more of the following ‘disciplines: Business Administration, Project Management, Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs or equivalent functions required.
• Experience in in vitro diagnostics, clinical chemistry and/or infectious diseases is an asset
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred
• General knowledge of project management processes preferred.

Competencies Required or preferred

• Energetic, highly motivated, effective communicator and adaptable to change.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, analytical thinking, detail-oriented, customer service oriented, problem solving, results driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet target dates in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, understand and follow company SOPs, Guidelines and ensures compliance to all aspects of daily activities.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• May be required to work additional hours outside of the normal work shift to ensure business commitments are met.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to work independently.

Required Travel %:

•  Less than 10% travel required

*We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (USA Only)*