Manages clinical and nonclinical research projects from initiation through closure, overseeing scope, timelines, budgets, resources, client communications, sample logistics, reporting, invoicing, documentation, quality activities, and regulatory compliance. Coordinates cross-functional laboratory teams and vendors, addresses risks and delays, supports audits and CAPAs, maintains project records, and drives process improvements. Requires collaboration with clients, scientific teams, business development, and management in a regulated laboratory environment.