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Tempus

Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in driving the operational and technical efficiency of the Biological Modeling Lab. Sitting at the intersection of operations, project management, and ...

isec

Operations Manager

Lisle, IL

Regional Manager or Officer FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager will be ... Review submittals on large projects to make sure all risk items are addressed. Especially when Lab ...

ISEC, Inc.

Operations Manager

Lisle, IL · On-site

$118K - $158K/yr

Regional Manager or Officer FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager will be ... Review submittals on large projects to make sure all risk items are addressed. Especially when Lab ...

isec

Operations Manager

Lisle, IL · On-site

Regional Manager or Officer FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager will be ... Review submittals on large projects to make sure all risk items are addressed. Especially when Lab ...

Gillson Sciences

Lab Technician I

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $26.25/hr

Whether you're preparing lab glassware, working with microscopes, or maintaining safety standards ... Studies and applies cGMP requirements Team and Project Management: * Collaborate with team members ...

Gillson Sciences

Lab Technician I

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $26.25/hr

Whether you're preparing lab glassware, working with microscopes, or maintaining safety standards ... Studies and applies cGMP requirements Team and Project Management: * Collaborate with team members ...

Tempus

Operations Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

The Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in driving the operational and technical efficiency of the Biological Modeling Lab. Sitting at the intersection of operations, project management, and ...

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How much do lab project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab project manager in Illinois is $99,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,100.00 and $119,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lab project manager do?

A Lab Project Manager oversees scientific or technical projects within a laboratory setting. They are responsible for coordinating project activities, managing timelines and budgets, communicating with stakeholders, and ensuring that all work complies with safety and regulatory standards. They may also supervise lab staff, procure equipment and supplies, and ensure that project objectives are met efficiently and accurately. Their role is crucial for keeping laboratory projects on track and achieving successful results.

How does a lab project manager typically coordinate between research teams and external stakeholders?

A Lab Project Manager serves as a central point of communication, ensuring that both research teams and external stakeholders are aligned on project goals, timelines, and deliverables. This often involves organizing regular meetings, providing project updates, and managing documentation to track progress. The role requires balancing scientific objectives with practical constraints, such as budgets and regulatory requirements. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential to effectively facilitate collaboration and resolve any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lab Project Manager, you need a solid background in laboratory science, project management experience, and often a relevant degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), data analysis tools, and project management software like MS Project or Asana is typically required, along with certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma being advantageous. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills are critical for coordinating teams and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. These competencies enable effective oversight of lab operations, quality control, and successful project delivery in a complex scientific environment.

What is the difference between Lab Project Manager vs Lab Technician?

AspectLab Project ManagerLab Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Science, Project Management certification often preferredAssociate's or Bachelor's in Science or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, manages teams, coordinates resourcesPerforms laboratory tests, prepares samples, maintains equipment
Employer & Industry UsageResearch labs, healthcare, biotech companiesClinical labs, research institutions, manufacturing

The Lab Project Manager focuses on planning, coordinating, and overseeing laboratory projects, ensuring timely completion and resource management. In contrast, the Lab Technician handles the hands-on technical work, conducting experiments and maintaining lab equipment. Both roles are essential in laboratory settings but differ significantly in responsibilities and required skills.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Lab Project Manager jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Lab Project Manager job openings:

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Infographic showing various Lab Project Manager job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,501 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.)

Campus, IL • On-site

University of Utah
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Open Date 05/14/2026 Requisition Number PRN45058B Job Title Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.) Working Title Sr Clinical Research Coordinator Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary
8am-5pm
VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00965 - Occ. Environmental Health Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $55,000-$70,000 Close Date 09/30/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary
The Senior Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate the development and implementation of complex occupational health intervention trials and other occupational health research studies. The coordinator will manage multiple applied research lab projects and supervise more junior research staff.
Dr. Ryan Olson is recruiting a Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator to provide leadership and project management within his nationally recognized interdisciplinary research program on occupational health interventions. Dr. Olson is an Occupational Health Psychologist and Professor at the Rocky Mountain Center for Occupational and Environmental Health. This multi-disciplinary Center is affiliated with the Division of Occupational and Environmental Health in the School of Medicine at the University of Utah. He is a charter member and inaugural fellow of the Society for Occupational Health Psychology. Current and planned topics of study in the Olson lab include interventions addressing health behaviors and body weight management, sleep health, chronic pain management, and organizational readiness to implement occupational and environmental health interventions. Current and planned populations of study include active-duty military personnel, bus operators, home care workers, and patients with co-morbid sleep disturbance and chronic pain.
The ideal candidate will have strong skills in project management, research coordination and compliance, data collection and management, and supervision and mentoring of more junior research staff.
Core responsibilities of the position will be managing the successful implementation of lab projects, with activities including planning and managing project phases, coordinating scientific and team meetings, tracking and following up on action items, ensuring research project compliance with IRB and other protocols, and cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with organizational study partners. It is ideal if the applicant has some experience creating or adapting health-related program materials (training, session or coaching protocols, advertisements, health tip sheets, etc.).
Responsibilities
1. Plan and manage successful implementation of research project phases and outputs (on time, high quality, aims accomplished)
2. Contribute to developing and iteratively revising occupational health intervention materials.
3. Coordinate and set agendas and track action items for scientific team, lab, and partner meetings
4. Supervise and lead more junior staff and graduate students in the lab in the implementation of research project activities and outputs. This includes onboarding, training, assignment of work tasks, and coordinating schedules for study implementation
5. Oversee, assess, and ensure high intervention and study fidelity, and participant safety; oversee strict protocol implementation/adherence and compliance with GCP guidelines, federal regulations, institutional policies and procedures, and internal SOPs.
6. Prepare, submit and maintain IRB, FDA, NCI, NIH, NSF and/or other protocols, regulatory documents/documentation, progress reports, and research correspondence
7. Oversee data collection, management, cleaning, and processing in collaboration with statistical and postdoctoral team members.
8. Determine subject population availability, develop recruitment, informed consents and screening materials; help develop survey and study data collection instruments
9. Develop and evaluate new study protocols for implementation and data processing, including standard operating procedures for any new study activities
10. Coordinate approval of new study agreements and contracts and manage study budgets and billing.
11. Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), IV: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.


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Experience creating educational and other content for safety or health promotion programs
Experience and skills using REDCap
Experience collecting survey (electronic or paper surveys, daily diary surveys) and/or biometric (weight, blood pressure, fitness testing) research data
Experience or knowledge related to a topic (health behaviors, sleep, chronic pain) or population (commercial drivers, military personnel, home care workers) being studied in the Olson lab
Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah NonDiscrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

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The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, and an enrollment of more than 38,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities—an invitation-only, prestigious group of 71 leading research institutions. The U is advancing a new national model for higher education that delivers societal impact through education, research, health care, and community service, while making social, economic, and cultural contributions that improve lives across Utah and around the world.

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