Project Manager, Strategy and Operations (Research & Development), Research & Development

About the Role

Sabin is seeking a Project Manager for Strategy and Operations (R&D) to lead strategic initiatives, operational improvement efforts, and build program management capabilities that advance R&D organizational effectiveness and execution. The incumbent will have a background in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, vaccine development, or life sciences organizations, with experience leading initiatives which support organizational growth and efficiency. They will lead and support a range of activities and workstreams that enable successful R&D Strategic Operations and execution of vaccine development programs. The Project Manager will play a key role in advancing R&D organizational effectiveness by driving strategic initiatives, strengthening operational capabilities, and enabling efficient execution across programs, functions, and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional strategic initiatives that advance R&D organizational priorities, operational effectiveness, and business transformation objectives
• Partner with Sabin staff to plan and monitor activities, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful completion within established timelines
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities for organizational improvement and operational excellence
• Lead development, implementation, lifecycle management and continuous improvement of project management processes, resources, governance frameworks, templates, reporting systems, and tools that support effective execution across the R&D portfolio
• Lead implementation of change management activities associated with new processes, systems, and ways of working, including training and communication development to ensure successful and sustained uptake
• Develop reporting and dashboards to support organizational and program performance monitoring and decision-making
• Serve as a cross-functional integrator, driving alignment among internal and external stakeholders, facilitating decision making, and promoting accountability for commitments and deliverables
• Facilitate team and project meetings, ensuring decision documentation, action tracking, stakeholder alignment, and follow-through on commitments
• Create and maintain project timelines using Smartsheet, MS Project, Lucen/Office Timeline or other project management tools
• Lead identification, assessment, escalation, mitigation, and monitoring of risks, issues, and decisions to maintain achievement of project objectives
• Maintain project files and ensure document control within project management systems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biotechnology, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, program management, PMO operations, or related roles within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, vaccine development, or life sciences organizations
• Experience driving cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives
• Experience developing project management tools, templates, dashboards, and operational processes
• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma, innovation methodologies, human-centered design, change management, and/or systems thinking to operational improvements
• Proficiency in project management principles, as well as associated software (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with commitment to accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office application (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote); experience with MS Teams preferred
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting, problem-solving, and service-oriented skills and approach
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information; ability to exercise discretion
• Ability to process information quickly and listen carefully to feedback and comments and adapt plans/actions accordingly
• Commitment to furthering Sabin's mission
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally with notice

Additional Information

• Subject to a criminal background investigation
• Request for three professional references
• Verification of education/degrees
• Work Authorization: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Pay

$95,000 - $128,000 annually. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, and certifications/degree.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• 10 federal holidays plus an end of the year winter break
• Employer matching 401(k) plan

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