Information Technology For Development Jobs in Lake Bluff, IL

Job Title: Clinical Vendor Manager (Central Labs)

Location: Remote

Duration: 10 months

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:

1. Demonstrates Central Lab SME expertise, as well as relationship & leadership competencies

2. Manager role - 3+ years of clinical development experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, regulated industry, including 3+ years working with third-party vendors

3. Strong interpersonal, negotiation, communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills

4. Manager role - demonstrates expertise in strategic alignment execution, supporting operational excellence in low to mid complex TAs with vendors; support partnership and study-level escalations

5. Bachelor's degree

As a member of the Vendor Strategy and Relationship (VSR), this role delivers operational value across the full vendor lifecycle. The role provides subject matter expertise (SME), fosters strategic alignment with vendors, and supports innovative, sustainable growth through operational excellence. The role ensures effective partnership management by centralizing expertise, standardizing processes, optimizing performance, and proactively managing risks and trends within the Therapeutic Areas (TA), organization and vendor(s).

This role leverages operational experience with partnership insights to align study and TA decisions with enterprise vendor strategies.

Responsibilities :

* Execute vendor selection strategies with business and study teams.

* Lead early engagement activities with study teams and vendor, advising on TA design risks, trends and key considerations.

* Lead internal vendor study kick-off meeting, co-lead joint vendor and study team kick-off meeting.

* Conduct 2nd round review on key vendor documents (e.g., contracts, study specifications) to ensure quality and alignment

* Provide financial health support to study teams

* Support partnership escalations and study-level escalations per escalation plan

* Analyze operational and metric trends to identify risks and implement TA solutions and mitigations that optimize performance and outcomes; raise TA trends for portfolio analysis - may support partnership solutions

* Educate study teams on database lock and close-out processes, provide guidance and risk mitigation support

* Develop TA standards, training resources, and deliver JIT training at key milestones to study teams; lead multi-study lessons learned and share across TA(s); may support partnership standards and training efforts

* Identify and/or support partnership enhancements and training; drive TA change management efforts

Qualifications :

* Bachelor's degree (or ex-US equivalent) is preferred, in a relevant field as business economics, science or health administration

* 3+ years of clinical development experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, regulated industry (and/or applicable work experience); including 3+ years working with third-party vendors (and/or applicable work experience).

* Competent in the application of standard business procedures (SOPs, ICH, Global Regulations, Ethics and Compliance).

* Demonstrates subject matter expertise within vendor category (e.g., capabilities, processes, technical) as well as relationship and leadership competencies

* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills

* Expertise in analyzing intermediate business problems and data to design and implement innovative solutions

* Excellent cross-functional partnership skills; experience managing cross-functional initiatives to achieve objectives, timelines and change management

* Ability to influence internal/external stakeholders and drive decision-making in a collaborative working environment that allows for the appropriate levels of involvement and decision-making

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• Track, gate, and reconcile external spend vs contracted amounts.
  
• Resolve payment issues and manage outstanding balances.
  
• Utilize internal systems to create, collect, summarize, analyze, and consolidate payment history and reconcile with plans.
  
• Accurately enter plan and track actuals for invoice payments and milestone schedules.
  
• Work with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate spend tracking.
  
• Review contracts, purchase orders (POs), and vendor invoices to support financial tracking and invoice resolution.
  
• Support third-party vendors, outsourcing partners, and internal research teams.
  
• Coordinate across multiple projects, departments, and stakeholders.
  
• Challenge the status quo and ensure accuracy of final deliverables.
  
• Contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
  
• Maintain clear communication with internal teams and external partners regarding payments, invoices, and contracts.
  

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• Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred. High School diploma considered if 5+ years of relevant experience.
  

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• 1-2+ years with Associate/Bachelor's degree OR 5+ years with High School diploma.
  
• Strong experience in SAP, preferably SAP S/4HANA.
  
• Strong proficiency in Excel (minimum 2+ years), including formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables.
  
• Experience with purchase orders, invoices, and vendor contracts.
  
• Background in contract financial management and spend reconciliation.
  
• Experience in invoice resolution and payment discrepancy handling.
  
• Familiarity with procurement processes and milestone-based vendor payments.
  

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• Strong analytical, organizational, and team skills; ability to work independently in a matrix environment.
  
• Excellent communication and coordination skills; comfortable interacting with multiple stakeholders.
  
• Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change.
  
• Familiarity with financial/accounting principles, budgets, and contracted spend.
  
• Strong attention to detail and accountability for accuracy.
  
• Comfortable reading and interpreting contracts.
  

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• Exposure to SAP S/4HANA, shopping cart creation, and purchase requisitions.
  
• Experience working in procurement, outsourcing, or business operations finance.
  
• Experience supporting scientific or research teams in a financial capacity (science knowledge not required).
  
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools.
  

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• Forecasting responsibilities are limited to invoice timing and milestone payments, not budget creation or financial planning.
  
• The role requires professional communication with scientists and other stakeholders to gather financial data for tracking and milestone forecasting.
  
• Industry experience is flexible-candidates from healthcare, pharma, or other industries with procurement, invoicing, and financial process experience are welcome.
  
• Strong purchasing experience can compensate for limited SAP shopping cart experience; training will be provided.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in science, healthcare, communications, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  
• Strong editorial and proofreading experience.
  
• Experience reviewing regulated content, preferably in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or medical environments.
  
• Exceptional attention to detail and quality control skills.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external agencies.
  
• Comfort working within structured review and approval workflows.
  

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• Medical editing experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or medical communications environments.
  
• Knowledge of the AMA Style Guide.
  
• Experience reviewing promotional or marketing materials in regulated industries.
  
• Experience using Veeva Promomats or similar content approval systems.
  
• Familiarity with FDA advertising and promotional submission processes would be ideal.
  

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• Review and edit promotional, non-promotional, and internal materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
  
• Perform quality control checks on materials prior to routing them through the approval workflow.
  
• Ensure materials adhere to editorial standards, regulatory guidelines, and style conventions, including the AMA Style Guide when applicable.
  
• Identify necessary edits or revisions and clearly communicate feedback to stakeholders.
  
• Support regulatory and QC reviews during the approval process.
  

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• Coordinate the review and approval process for marketing and promotional materials.
  
• Maintain knowledge of approval routing processes and SOP requirements and ensure materials are routed appropriately.
  
• Facilitate PRC (Promotional Review Committee) meetings, including preparing agendas, documenting discussions, and capturing meeting outcomes.
  
• Support final approvals, re-approvals, and other review types as required.
  

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• Work closely with marketing teams, agencies, regulatory teams, and other stakeholders throughout the approval process.
  
• Communicate required edits, feedback, and changes clearly and efficiently.
  
• Partner with marketing operations teams to prioritize review workflows, especially during major campaign launches or label updates.
  

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• Manage workflows within Veeva Promomats or similar electronic review systems.
  
• Maintain user profiles, training access, and permissions for sponsors, agencies, and reviewers within the system.
  
• Serve as a point of contact for system maintenance and optimization in collaboration with vendors and IT teams.
  
• Assist with system validation activities related to workflow tools.
  

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• Support FDA Ad Promo submission processes, including preparation of Form 2253 and related documentation.
  
• Coordinate submission materials and collaborate with regulatory operations teams.
  
• Archive regulatory correspondence according to compliance guidelines.
  

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• Generate workflow and system metrics reports to support process improvements and compliance monitoring.
  
• Contribute to the development and updates of departmental procedures and work instructions.
  
• Develop and maintain training resources related to the review process and workflow tools.
  
• Train internal teams, agencies, and reviewers on editorial workflows and system usage.
  

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• Promotional and advertising content
  
• Marketing campaign materials
  
• Internal training decks and presentations
  
• Educational and informational materials
  
• Internal communications and resources used by internal teams
  

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• Pharmaceutical or biotech companies.
  
• Advertising Agencies supporting regulated healthcare clients.
  

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• Support contract lifecycle from inception through closeout, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with company policies and customer requirements.
  
• Ensure adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
  
• Support development, review, and analysis of acquisition and procurement documentation including amendments, renewals, and pricing structures.
  
• Conduct pre award and post award audits to validate contractual compliance and performance.
  
• Identify risks and develop actionable mitigation strategies.
  

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• Monitor and analyze spend against contract, identifying variances, usage trends, and forecast impacts.
  
• Validate explanations for financial changes (actuals vs. prior year vs. budget) and communicate insights to stakeholders.
  
• Ensure contract deliverables accurately support billing, usage, and reconciliation requirements.
  
• Participate in new deal structures, commercial reviews, and negotiation preparation. Data, Inventory & Reporting
  
• Build, maintain, and automate Excel driven dashboards and inventory management reports to track contract usage, ordering behavior, and product availability.
  
• Examine ordering patterns, invoicing behavior, pricing discrepancies, and operational risks; partner with cross functional teams to increase transparency and compliance.
  
• Perform complex data analysis to identify patterns, root causes, and opportunities to improve contract performance.
  
• Ensure procurement and supply chain data accuracy by reviewing requisitions, purchase orders, and contract related transactions.
  

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• Serve as a liaison between sales, operations, finance, legal, and supply chain.
  
• Drive alignment on contractual obligations, performance expectations, and operational execution.
  
• Provide clear, concise guidance to business partners to ensure consistent compliance and decision making.
  
• Lead portions of multi project programs or workstreams, ensuring delivery excellence and timely execution.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Project Management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  
• Experience with financial due diligence, contract analysis, or program management in a regulated industry (medical device, aerospace, pharmaceutical preferred).
  
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced functions, modeling, automation).
  
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi project workloads independently.
  
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate operational and contractual risks.
  
• Experience with government, federal, education, or healthcare contracting.
  
• Comfort managing medium complexity procurement processes and documentation.
  
• Strong presentation skills and experience preparing executive ready reporting.
  

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• Attention to Detail: Ability to identify discrepancies across financial and operational datasets.
  
• Communication: Skilled at translating complex contract and financial concepts into clear, actionable insights.
  
• Critical Thinking: Strong analytical judgment to evaluate data, identify root causes, and propose solutions.
  
• Organization: Ability to manage large datasets and multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy.
  
• Ownership Mindset: Able to work independently, drive tasks from initiation to completion, and operate with high accountability.
  
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and relationship building capabilities across cross functional teams.
  
• Negotiation & Influence: Able to support complex contract and pricing conversations with stakeholders.
  

Position Title: Chemist

Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064

Assignment Duration: 12 Months

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Background & Context: Supports multiple analytical lab spaces across both sites R&D lab environment (not QC constant analysis driven) Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly lab tasks Tasks include waste management, glassware receipt and organization, safety checks (eyewash, labeling), receiving materials and reagents Includes HPLC cleaning and gas cylinder installations

Requires cross-functional communication across department Analytical responsibilities include executing assigned lab tasks independently Expected to generate reliable and reproducible data Must document experimentation per requirements (electronic notebooks used) Strong organization skills and 5S awareness emphasized Safety awareness and EHS training important Relocation may be considered at candidate's own expense

Qualification & Experience:

* BS/BA or Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

* 0-2 years of lab experience

* Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred but not required

* Experience working in lab environments (academic or industry)

* HPLC experience acceptable

* Karl Fischer experience acceptable

* Candidate may have one without the other

* Level expected: sample execution (junior level)

* No method development required

* Empower experience preferred, not mandatory

* GMP experience is a plus, not mandatory

* Strong documentation and communication skills required

* Experience with lab support tasks (solution prep, buffer/mobile phase prep, waste management, etc.) is a plus

* Fresh Master's candidates will be considered

* Critical factor: willingness to perform primary lab services responsibilities

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• Independently performs and verify a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
  
• Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
  
• Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
  
• Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.
  
• Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.
  
• Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
  
• Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release.
  
• Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.
  

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• Bachelor's Degree in the sciences with 0-4 years of laboratory experience
  
• Associate degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience
  
• Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable
  
• Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix.
  
• Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
  
• Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing
  

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• Collaborate with the brand team in the development of project briefs
  
• Recommend key promotional tactics that align with the strategy and goals of the brand
  
• Issue client contact reports to ensure key information is being quickly communicated to all involved stakeholders
  
• Review creative development of a project during concept to completion to ensure specifications, client expectations, budgets, timelines, etc. are being adhered to
  
• Facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget
  
• Develop annual forecasts
  
• Conduct financial reconciliations on a monthly basis
  
• Track time on a daily basis
  

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• Bachelor degree required
  
• Master's degree or equivalent related project or functional experience is desirable
  
• Total account management experience - 3-4 years preferred
  
• Pharmaceutical ad agency experience or in-house agency experience preferred
  
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred (US, Global preferred)
  
• Excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written
  
• High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role Ability to manage high volume project scope in a fast paced creative environment
  
• Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details
  
• Maintain an intimate understanding of the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving Demonstrate critical creative thinking and problem solving skills
  
• Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
  
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload
  
• Demonstrate leadership in conflict resolution to facilitate effective outcomes
  
• Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment
  
• Maintain knowledge of The Organization guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, PromoMats review and corporate compliance Possess a thorough understanding of their accounts' (both U.S. and Global) product attributes, marketing objectives, target audience, competitive environment, market dynamics and medical/regulatory/legal position
  

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• Reports to client Ad Agency Account Manager
  
• Partners with creative team on project initiatives
  
• Accountable for tactical execution, compliance to all related guidelines and budget Adherence to all company-wide financial policies
  

Job Description

Uncapped Commissions + Hourly Pay + Bonuses - Earn Over $80,000

Are you driven by results and excited by the idea of turning conversations into serious income?

Our client is looking for motivated, energetic individuals who want more than just a paycheck — they want real earning potential, a dynamic team environment, and the opportunity to grow.

This is not your typical customer service job. This is a sales-driven opportunity where the harder you work, the more you earn — and there's no cap on your commission.

What You’ll Get:

• Uncapped Commissions + Hourly Pay
• No Cold Calling — Every lead is a warm lead. These are homeowners who’ve already requested information.
• On-Site Perks — Fitness center, game room, and coffee bar just for our client’s Call Center team.
• Certified Great Place to Work — Our client takes team culture seriously.
• Commissions paid every 10 days in addition to regular paycheck.

Your Role:

• Make outbound calls using our client’s automated system (no manual dialing)
• Respond to inbound calls from interested customers
• Schedule free in-home consultations for our client’s nationwide dealer network
• Represent our client with professionalism and energy
• Earn commissions based on your results — no limits

We’re Looking For:

• Motivated sales professionals with a competitive edge and strong focus on achieving results
• Outgoing, confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Call center experience is a plus
• People who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Rate: $15/hour plus commission. This is a full time role with benefits included from Day 1. The position is expected to work 40 hours/ week.

About The Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 27 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible

Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca)

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

• Transcribe interviews
• Summarize candidate responses
• Generate job-related insights
• Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.

The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

• A technical interview
• A coding challenge
• A case study
• A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate's profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate:

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

Request a non-AI interview path

Ask how your data is being used

Request access to transcripts or interview recordings

Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview

Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment:

For more than 27 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We're committed to a hiring process that is:

• Transparent
• Compliant
• Equitable
• Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We're excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.