Project Manager

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Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. To advance this purpose, we rely on team members who value excellence, collaboration, and meaningful work. If this resonates with you, we invite you to explore the role further and apply.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead biologics programs across the full product lifecycle, from technology transfer and process development through GMP manufacturing. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget while ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory requirements.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead CMC development, technology transfer, and GMP manufacturing programs from project initiation through close-out.
• Develop and maintain project plans to ensure delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear communication and program leadership.
• Partner with Business Development to strengthen client relationships and support program growth.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate issue resolution with functional leaders.
• Establish contingency plans and escalate critical issues as needed.
• Drive alignment across Process Development, Analytical, QC, QA, MSAT, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams.
• Support late-stage activities including PPQ readiness, regulatory submissions, and commercialization efforts.
• Apply technical understanding of biologics development and manufacturing to support decision-making and technology transfer activities.
• Manage project financials and contractual commitments, including Project Change Orders.
• Provide milestone updates and forecasting information to support financial planning and client invoicing.

Your Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and clients.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.
• Financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, contracts, and invoicing processes.
• Strong planning, organization, and project execution capabilities.

Your Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-8 years of experience within biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CDMO environments.
• 2-5 years of direct project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with project management tools such as PPM systems or Smartsheet.

Preferred

• 2+ years of CDMO experience.
• Experience supporting late-stage programs, including PPQ, BLA preparation, and commercialization activities.
• Experience leading technology transfers and new product introductions.
• Familiarity with TrackWise.
• Formalities
• Location: Bothell, WA
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

$94,000 - $129,250, based on experience

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that may include annual bonus opportunities, paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, education assistance, employee referral and recognition programs, and additional wellbeing benefits. Eligibility and benefits may vary based on role, location, and employment status.