Freelance Healthcare Project Manager (PR/Communications Focused)

Posted 3 days ago

spectrum scienceMinneapolis (MN)

Project Management Specialists Public Relations Agencies

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About the role

At Spectrum Science, our mission—connecting humankind to its best healthlife—comes to life through a culture rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. We believe breakthrough ideas happen when diverse perspectives are embraced and people are empowered to challenge what’s possible. Join our team of award-winning health-focused experts across advertising, clinical trial experience, communications, consulting, media, medical communications, and patient engagement. Together, we create the momentum that moves science, brands, and careers forward.

About the Role: Our Project Delivery team is seeking Freelance Project Managers with strong Public Relations/Communications experience and skills in finance and forecasting. These roles will play a key part in keeping projects running smoothly during a period of increased demand.

Key Responsibilities:

Support multiple projects across creative, digital, media, and other functional teams, with guidance provided in complex or unique situations.
Reprioritize tasks dynamically and adjust workflows in response to changing timelines or project needs.
Assist with building estimates, schedules, and timelines while flagging risks and communicating changes to stakeholders.
Coordinate with external vendors throughout the full project lifecycle, including web, translations, print production, and budget/estimate management.
Ensure smooth task delivery by proactively following up, reviewing progress, and tracking actions with minimal supervision.
Lead financial management, including forecasting and invoicing. Desired Experience & Skills
Experience in healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments (research, clinical trials, commercial, operations).
Experience in public relations and communications.
Experience in freelancing or short-term contracting with rapid or short-cycle projects and multi-project management.
Familiarity with Kantata (or other WMSystems) and updating timelines, project trackers, etc.
Strong project management fundamentals: attention to details, organization, prioritization, communication, and cross‑functional coordination.
Comfort managing deadlines and high‑volume workflows.
Ability to work independently and escalate when needed.
Familiarity with agency environments preferred.

Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Spectrum is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact

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