Project Lead Jobs in Massachusetts
Project Lead jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in life sciences, healthcare, technology, and higher education, with openings at every level from associate project lead to senior program lead. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester are the primary hiring centers, where employers like Biogen, Mass General Brigham, and Raytheon Technologies maintain deep project management functions. The most sought-after specialties include clinical trial coordination, software delivery, and defense and aerospace program management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
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Quanterix
Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
Bedford, Massachusetts
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Quanterix
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Bedford, Massachusetts
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Woburn, Massachusetts
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Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
Quanterix·Bedford, Massachusetts
Job functions:
$80k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree
201-500 employees
Job Description
Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
Location: Bedford, MA
Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development. Its vision is to lead the next era of precision biomarker science to power earlier detection, better decisions, and improved human health. Its mission is to make biology measurable at its most fundamental level, delivering earlier insight when it matters most. Across discovery to clinical applications, Quanterix empowers scientists and healthcare providers to improve patients’ lives through detection and understanding of disease. Its proprietary Simoa® technology delivers industry-leading sensitivity, allowing researchers to detect and quantify biomarkers in blood and other fluids at concentrations far below traditional limits. With more than 3,400 peer-reviewed publications, Quanterix has been a trusted partner to the scientific community for nearly two decades. In 2025, Quanterix acquired Akoya Biosciences, The Spatial Biology Company®, adding multiplexed tissue imaging with single-cell resolution to its portfolio. Together, the combined company offers a uniquely integrated platform that connects biology across blood and tissue—advancing precision medicine from discovery to diagnostics.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Quanterix, a company focused on advancing the science of precision health through biomarker analysis, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Project Manager with strong organizational skills to join the Accelerator’s Services team. The Associate Project Manager will provide critical coordination of client projects to ensure deliverables not only meet but exceed client expectations. The Associate Project Manager will work closely with Laboratory Services leadership to organize, collect, and prepare information and data for the program and be a primary point of contact to the Accelerator commercial team for client/project logistical needs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Participate in customer meetings with Accelerator lab commercial team and project leaders.
- Support client meetings and teleconference calls
- Maintain meeting minutes for projects
- Work with senior project managers and commercial team to determine testing capabilities for incoming projects and create Statements of Work
- Work with testing operations team to coordinate execution of projects, including ordering of materials, scheduling of tasks and preparing reports
- Maintain accurate and up to date information and data to assist Accelerator leadership in preparation of performance and quality metrics
- Perform accurate data entry of patient demographics, test orders, provider information, and insurance details
- Support daily laboratory operations, including sample tracking, chain of custody, check-in status, troubleshooting discrepancies, and resolution
- Ensure sample shipments are delivered on time to the lab and facilitate transfer of specimens when required
- Communicate with healthcare providers and internal departments to resolve missing or incomplete information
- Track and resolve customer issues, including rejected specimens, missing information, or data discrepancies, documenting outreach and resolutions in the CRM tools
- Assist clients with order entry issues, cancellations, and data correction
- Coordinate with internal departments (accessioning, logistics, billing, laboratory operations) to resolve client concerns
- Respond to internal and external inquiries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner regarding specimen status, test requirements, and processing timeline
- Provide accurate information regarding test offerings, sampling requirements, turnaround times and result reporting
- Maintain data accuracy and alignment between CRM tools and customer-facing interface
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and other data privacy regulations to maintain patient privacy confidentiality and data quality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1-2+ years of experience in life science or laboratory or hospital setting, preferably in a project management role
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Project management experience.
- Degree in Biochemistry, biology, or related area preferred.
- Superior organizational skills and the ability to rapidly learn new scientific concepts
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are in process and must be completed in a timely manner under minimal supervision
- Thrive in a highly dynamic, team-oriented environment with ability to multi-task and manage fluid priorities
- Driven to provide superior customer service to internal and external clients
- Communicate and interact professionally with clients and company staff
- Self-guided, motivated, and possesses a strong sense of initiative
- Keen attention to detail and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures
- Effectively curate metric data and prepare summary information for program and senior management
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient use of computer and Microsoft software programs
- Experience with Salesforce, ERP, and project management software desirable
EXPECTATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Onsite 5 days per week in Bedford, MA.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with competing priorities.
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING WITH US:
Our Technology:
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company®—bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya’s spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler®, PhenoImager® Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode™ Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood.
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company®—bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya’s spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler®, PhenoImager® Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode™ Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood.
Our Commitment to Employees:
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE:
Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.
Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Quanterix
Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
Bedford, Massachusetts
New 23h ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
$80k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree
Job Description
Associate Project Manager, Laboratory Services
Location: Bedford, MA
Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development. Its vision is to lead the next era of precision biomarker science to power earlier detection, better decisions, and improved human health. Its mission is to make biology measurable at its most fundamental level, delivering earlier insight when it matters most. Across discovery to clinical applications, Quanterix empowers scientists and healthcare providers to improve patients’ lives through detection and understanding of disease. Its proprietary Simoa® technology delivers industry-leading sensitivity, allowing researchers to detect and quantify biomarkers in blood and other fluids at concentrations far below traditional limits. With more than 3,400 peer-reviewed publications, Quanterix has been a trusted partner to the scientific community for nearly two decades. In 2025, Quanterix acquired Akoya Biosciences, The Spatial Biology Company®, adding multiplexed tissue imaging with single-cell resolution to its portfolio. Together, the combined company offers a uniquely integrated platform that connects biology across blood and tissue—advancing precision medicine from discovery to diagnostics.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Quanterix, a company focused on advancing the science of precision health through biomarker analysis, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Project Manager with strong organizational skills to join the Accelerator’s Services team. The Associate Project Manager will provide critical coordination of client projects to ensure deliverables not only meet but exceed client expectations. The Associate Project Manager will work closely with Laboratory Services leadership to organize, collect, and prepare information and data for the program and be a primary point of contact to the Accelerator commercial team for client/project logistical needs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Participate in customer meetings with Accelerator lab commercial team and project leaders.
- Support client meetings and teleconference calls
- Maintain meeting minutes for projects
- Work with senior project managers and commercial team to determine testing capabilities for incoming projects and create Statements of Work
- Work with testing operations team to coordinate execution of projects, including ordering of materials, scheduling of tasks and preparing reports
- Maintain accurate and up to date information and data to assist Accelerator leadership in preparation of performance and quality metrics
- Perform accurate data entry of patient demographics, test orders, provider information, and insurance details
- Support daily laboratory operations, including sample tracking, chain of custody, check-in status, troubleshooting discrepancies, and resolution
- Ensure sample shipments are delivered on time to the lab and facilitate transfer of specimens when required
- Communicate with healthcare providers and internal departments to resolve missing or incomplete information
- Track and resolve customer issues, including rejected specimens, missing information, or data discrepancies, documenting outreach and resolutions in the CRM tools
- Assist clients with order entry issues, cancellations, and data correction
- Coordinate with internal departments (accessioning, logistics, billing, laboratory operations) to resolve client concerns
- Respond to internal and external inquiries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner regarding specimen status, test requirements, and processing timeline
- Provide accurate information regarding test offerings, sampling requirements, turnaround times and result reporting
- Maintain data accuracy and alignment between CRM tools and customer-facing interface
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and other data privacy regulations to maintain patient privacy confidentiality and data quality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1-2+ years of experience in life science or laboratory or hospital setting, preferably in a project management role
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Project management experience.
- Degree in Biochemistry, biology, or related area preferred.
- Superior organizational skills and the ability to rapidly learn new scientific concepts
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are in process and must be completed in a timely manner under minimal supervision
- Thrive in a highly dynamic, team-oriented environment with ability to multi-task and manage fluid priorities
- Driven to provide superior customer service to internal and external clients
- Communicate and interact professionally with clients and company staff
- Self-guided, motivated, and possesses a strong sense of initiative
- Keen attention to detail and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures
- Effectively curate metric data and prepare summary information for program and senior management
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient use of computer and Microsoft software programs
- Experience with Salesforce, ERP, and project management software desirable
EXPECTATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Onsite 5 days per week in Bedford, MA.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with competing priorities.
- High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
WHY YOU’LL LIKE WORKING WITH US:
Our Technology:
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company®—bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya’s spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler®, PhenoImager® Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode™ Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood.
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix’s ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa® technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Akoya Biosciences, a Quanterix company, is The Spatial Biology Company®—bringing tissue context to life through high-resolution, single-cell imaging. Akoya’s spatial phenotyping platforms help researchers visualize and measure how cells organize and interact within tissue to influence disease progression and therapeutic response. From discovery through clinical research, Akoya offers a full continuum of solutions, including PhenoCycler®, PhenoImager® Fusion and HT, and PhenoCode™ Panels. As part of Quanterix, Akoya complements a leading portfolio of ultra-sensitive biomarker detection technologies, together enabling a more complete view of biology and disease across both tissue and blood.
Our Commitment to Employees:
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.
Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks and learn from their success and failures.
We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE:
Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.
Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Massachusetts.
- PMP certification or active enrollment in a PMI-recognized program preferred by most employers
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, business, or life sciences
- Three or more years leading cross-functional project teams from initiation through delivery
- Demonstrated proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or MS Project
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder updates and executive reporting
- Experience working within regulated environments such as FDA-governed or government-contracted settings
Project Lead Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in Massachusetts?
Most project leads in Massachusetts enter the role after several years in a subject-matter or coordinator position and then pursue the Project Management Professional certification through PMI, which is widely recognized by Massachusetts employers across biotech, healthcare, and defense. A bachelor's degree is typically the baseline requirement. Candidates without a degree can qualify through an associate's degree combined with substantial documented project experience, and many Massachusetts employers accept that combination for mid-level roles.
Which companies hire project leads in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring project leads in Massachusetts right now include Beth Israel Lahey Health, MKS, and Smart Tech Skills, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of life sciences headquarters, academic medical centers, and defense contractors means project lead roles here tend to require industry-specific regulatory or technical knowledge more often than in most other states.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most project lead jobs?
Boston, Worcester, and Andover account for the largest share of project lead openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge anchor the market through their dense concentration of biotech firms, teaching hospitals, and technology companies, while Worcester draws demand from medical device manufacturers and UMass Memorial Health, making it a consistent secondary hub for project leads outside the Greater Boston area.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because project lead work centers on coordination, documentation, and communication rather than physical presence. About 65% of project lead openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has shifted since distributed team management became standard. The phases most amenable to remote work are planning, reporting, and stakeholder management, while kick-off sessions and vendor reviews more often require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a project lead in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or associate project manager role at a Massachusetts employer, then building toward a lead title from within. Mass General Brigham, Boston Children's Hospital, and large defense contractors like Raytheon Technologies regularly hire coordinators and program associates who carry projects under senior leads. Completing the CAPM through PMI before applying signals commitment and gives candidates without a long project history a concrete credential that many Massachusetts hiring managers treat as equivalent to early-career experience.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search by role and location to see what fits your background and apply directly to the positions that match your experience level and industry focus.
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