R&D Project Manager

The successful candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills and practical experience in experimental and product development planning with a team. The cross-functional nature of this role requires excellent interpersonal skills to build productive collaborations. This role is based in our Cambridge, UK office and will interact with a global team that will require flexibility for occasional evening availability in the UK.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate communication between RD, Bioinformatics, Product Management, Manufacturing and Operations stakeholders to prioritize multiple product launches and product support projects.
• Work seamlessly with other departments to coordinate resources needed to achieve specific goals for the team and the business.
• Maintain regular stakeholder meetings and manage shared web resources and discussion boards to promote visibility and accountability.
• Hold teams accountable for timelines, action items and documentation by managing through influence.
• Maintain Design and Development ISO13485 documentation with the RD team and support our Global QMS.
• Drive productivity by advocating the development process within RD and with different departments.
• Cultivate and foster a culture of cohesive teamwork, transparency, and efficiency.
• Communicate risks and opportunities to management team.

Essential Competencies Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, etc.) with strong organizational skills. PhD/Msc welcomed.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, understand priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment in teams of diverse scientists and subject matter experts, with excellent organizational skills and with demonstrated flexibility and adaptability that facilitate team building.
• Highly-motivated, detail-oriented with a proven ability to think innovatively toward solving problems effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with project management has a track record of leadership that demonstrates ability to manage through influence rather than direct supervision.

Desirable Competencies Requirements:

• Practical experience with one or more gene engineering, molecular biology skills especially around DNA and RNA genetics, IHC, oncology and or neonatal testing.
• Prior ecxperience in developing new research products and/or services.
• Experience with ISO13485 or similar documentation.
• Technical writing.
• Microsoft Project and Visio software.
• Project management certification.

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