Sr. Project Coordinator, Medical Affairs (Contractor)
The Sr. Project Coordinator, Medical Affairs at Legend Biotech is a contract position based in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This role is integral to the Medical Affairs team, focusing on the planning, execution, and tracking of various initiatives to ensure timely, compliant, and high-quality project delivery. Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to developing advanced cell therapies for life-threatening diseases.
Key responsibilities include coordinating operational activities for Medical Affairs projects such as Field Medical activities, advisory boards, investigator-initiated studies, publications, congress activities, medical sponsorships, and medical education programs. The coordinator will develop and maintain project plans, timelines, trackers, and status reports to support on-time execution, monitor milestones and deliverables, and manage risks and dependencies. Additionally, the role involves supporting meeting planning and logistics, including agendas, materials, minutes, and follow-up actions.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, business, or a related field, along with 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, operations, or administrative support within pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, or healthcare environments. Strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and a high attention to detail are essential. Experience supporting Medical Affairs or Clinical Development teams and familiarity with activities such as advisory boards, congress planning, or investigator-initiated studies are preferred.
This is a 12-month contract position. Please note that contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.