R&D Project Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager within the R&D team to facilitate the development of new products across the Mimix business unit in the area of cell line derived reference standards. You will be responsible for Project Management for both early research and late-stage new product development and innovation projects as well as Application Lab projects, planning timelines and tracking resources to facilitate product launch processes in a fast-paced environment. This role also includes coordination between different teams to gather requirements for new products, ensure process documentation is in place and drive projects to successful conclusions. You will support the larger R&D team’s objectives and work cross-functionally with different departments to meet the long-term strategy of the business unit and ensure sustainability and growth of the business.

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.

R&D Project Manager

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate communication between R&D, 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 R&D team and support our Global QMS.

• Drive productivity by advocating the development process within R&D 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 experience 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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