Project Manager - Translations
Summary
Entry-level project manager coordinating translation projects for electronic clinical-trial solutions: managing timelines, vendors, linguistic quality control, and regulatory documentation. Remote within the US on Eastern Time hours; needs MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint) and 0-2 years of coordination experience.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project Manager – Translations based in the United States.
In this role, you will coordinate translation projects supporting electronic solutions used in clinical trials worldwide. You will work closely with clients, internal teams, and external translation vendors to ensure that multilingual deliverables meet quality standards, project requirements, and deadlines. Your responsibilities will include managing project timelines, tracking deliverables, supporting translation workflows, and coordinating quality control activities. You will also contribute to linguistic validation, regulatory documentation, and the resolution of technical or operational challenges. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop project management expertise while gaining exposure to clinical research, regulated technologies, and international collaboration. You will join a supportive, remote-first environment where organization, communication, and continuous learning are highly valued.
Accountabilities:
- Coordinate translation projects for electronic clinical trial solutions across multiple languages and assigned studies, ensuring deliverables meet established timelines, budgets, and project specifications.
- Communicate regularly with clients, external translation vendors, and internal cross-functional teams to provide project updates, manage expectations, and address potential challenges.
- Support translation workflows, including screenshot preparation, proofreading, linguistic quality control, vendor coordination, and resolution of technical issues.
- Assist with linguistic validation activities to ensure translated electronic solutions meet applicable quality and accuracy requirements.
- Coordinate regulatory submission requirements and support the preparation and organization of translation-related documentation.
- Manage licensing coordination and assist with translation-related change orders and associated project activities.
- Maintain accurate project trackers, timelines, records, and documentation to monitor progress and ensure effective project oversight.
- Identify potential delays, competing priorities, and operational challenges, escalating issues when necessary to keep projects on track.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth coordination and timely completion of project deliverables.
- Contribute to process improvements and help optimize translation workflows while ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience in project coordination, project management, or related activities. Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of project management principles, including project planning, task coordination, timeline management, and stakeholder communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to maintain project trackers, organize information, and prepare reports.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accurate documentation and reliable follow-up on project activities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and deliver results in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive working relationships across geographically distributed teams.
- Proactive mindset, willingness to take initiative, openness to feedback, and enthusiasm for learning new processes and developing professional skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to identify challenges, coordinate solutions, and escalate issues appropriately.
- Familiarity with clinical trials, regulated industries, software development environments, or translation processes is an advantage but not mandatory.
- Ability to work remotely from within the United States and maintain business hours aligned with the Eastern Time Zone.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
- Employee wellness programs designed to support physical and mental well-being.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible remote working arrangements within the United States.
- Opportunities to develop project management skills and gain experience in international translation operations.
- Exposure to clinical research, regulated technology, and electronic clinical trial solutions.
- Collaborative working environment with opportunities to interact with international clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Professional development opportunities and support for continuous learning and career growth.
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