Project Manager, Process Excellence

Role Summary

The Project Manager will lead cross-functional initiatives within a research-driven environment, ensuring timely delivery of strategic projects that enhance operational performance. This role emphasizes structured project execution, stakeholder engagement, and robust change management to support Biomedical Research (BR) goals. The Project Manager will collaborate with scientific and operational teams to drive alignment, transparency, and measurable impact across BR, while fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex projects from initiation through execution and closure, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations, and monitor progress against milestones.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, ensuring effective communication and coordination among scientific, operational, and support teams.
• Apply structured change management methodologies to guide teams through transitions, ensuring stakeholder engagement, adoption, and sustainability of new processes or systems.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Prepare and present project updates, dashboards, and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters, plans, meeting minutes, and lessons learned.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to ensure alignment and support.
• Serve as a change agent by coaching teams through organizational shifts and fostering resilience in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree in life sciences, engineering, business discipline or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management
• Proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects in a matrixed organization
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
• Demonstrated experience in change management, including stakeholder analysis, communication planning, and implementation support
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI-powered productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to enhance project planning, data analysis, documentation, and stakeholder communication

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in a research or drug discovery environment
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable; certification in change management (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) is a plus
• Experience working across multiple sites or in international settings