Project Manager, R&D New Product Development (Cell and Particle Counters, Genomics, Reagents)
About the role
At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, you will lead new product development and sustaining projects within the Biopharma Solutions portfolio, including particle counting, centrifugation, and cell health technologies. The role drives project execution through effective planning, risk management, cross-functional coordination, and stakeholder communication to ensure project objectives are achieved on time, within scope, and within budget. This position reports to the BioPharma Solutions Senior Manager PMO and is part of the R&D PMO located in Indianapolis, IN or Loveland, CO as an on-site role.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to plan and execute new product development and sustaining projects within the BioPharma Solutions portfolio, ensuring successful project delivery and product release.
- Partner with functional leaders to establish project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans while driving alignment across project teams and stakeholders.
- Apply the Danaher Business System (DBS) to develop project metrics, utilize Daily Management, monitor project performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Communicate project status, risks, issues, and mitigation plans to project teams and stakeholders, escalating execution risks as appropriate.
- Build collaborative relationships across functions to support effective project execution and achievement of project objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrated experience applying design control processes and product lifecycle management within a regulated environment.
- Experience utilizing complex program management methodologies, tools, and best practices to drive cross-functional product development initiatives.
- Ability to travel up to 15%, including overnight stays within territory or locations.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in the life sciences, diagnostics, medical device, or related regulated industry (preferred).
- 3+ years of experience leading complex product development programs from concept through commercialization (preferred).
- PMP certification (a plus).
Benefits
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs, including:
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
Pay
The annual salary range for this role is $95,000–$115,000. This role is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.