Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Junior Operational Project Manager to join our Health Sciences team. This role supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of operational and client-facing projects across various Health Sciences initiatives. You will work closely with project leads, technical experts, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of project activities and operational processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is eager to develop strong project management capabilities within a dynamic, science-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Support

• Assist in the planning and execution of Health Sciences projects, including timelines, deliverables, and resource tracking.
• Support project managers with documentation, project plans, status updates, and meeting coordination.
• Monitor project progress and help identify risks, delays, or operational bottlenecks.

Operational Processes

• Support the optimization and maintenance of operational workflows within the Health Sciences team.
• Help with tracking budgets, invoices, and internal reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of standard operating procedures.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and manage follow-up actions across internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between scientific teams, consultants, and operational functions.

Data & Documentation Management

• Maintain accurate project records, dashboards, and documentation repositories.
• Support quality assurance checks on deliverables and operational artifacts.
• Assist with preparing presentations, client materials, and internal project summaries.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, public health, project management, business operations, or related).
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred

• Experience or internship in project coordination or operational support.
• Exposure to health sciences, consulting, research, or related environments.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com).

Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $55,000 - $75,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal! J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin,
disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email jobs@jsheld.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

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