R & D Project Manager II *PC 946

Your Role:

This position is primarily responsible for managing projects and programs that support the development of automated solutions for cell therapy manufacturing while using technology platforms focused on process development, Customized Application (CAP) Service, technology transfer, and training. This role will also be responsible for supporting the implementation of projects to PMO global standards, Miltenyi business processes, strategic initiatives, and best practices to meet project goals and to improve the capability of project teams.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Manage and support the execution of and adherence of projects to business processes, strategic initiatives, and project management best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define the scope and translate business strategy into project objectives, work plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify individual resource and portfolio capacity requirements. Work with department heads and external clients to identify and assign individual responsibilities.
• Work with the project team, program manager, and clients to identify and apply the proper project management tools and techniques necessary to meet project deliverables
• Support the leadership team in the development of project alignment, with the portfolio, to business strategy, functional constraints, and resource proficiency.
• Collaborate with project team and clients to develop and execute detailed project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Require and obtain top project team performance, deliverable quality, and adherence to established scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor and maintain project metrics on budget, schedule, resource allocations, issues, risks, and scope change to ensure project performance.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to organizationally established quality standards, project management performance standards covered in ISO 21500:2012, and Project Management Book of Knowledge maintained by the International Project Management Institute.
• Develop, communicate and manage performance expectations; monitor and observe the performance of project team members; provide clear and timely feedback and escalate to resource managers when appropriate.
• Be adept at rallying team members and clients to an approach through root cause analysis, logical deduction, personal presence, and meeting management.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Drive team meetings and deliver timely and accurate meeting recaps and status.
• Create a positive environment by working collaboratively, energizing others, and encouraging continuous improvement from project teams.
• Work with the team or project managers, program manager, and PMO to develop and maintain project KPI’s and dashboards.
• Must be able to travel up to 15% to attend Project Management meetings held domestically and internationally.

Requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in a science-related discipline, e.g. biology, chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, pharmaceuticals, engineering, etc. with a minimum 3–5-year project management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PMP or similar certification greatly preferred. Must be proficient in a wide range of project management skills, including maintenance of complex schedules, development and management of project budget, change control, cross-team leadership, risk mitigation and internal/external communications.
• Previous Biotechnology research and development plus GMP experience is preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have ability to handle more than one task at a time and must work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  This job is performed in a temperature-controlled facility without exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures. Generally, this job is performed in a sanitized laboratory setting and routinely uses standard medical and research equipment such as centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, incubators, pipettes and computers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to blood, viruses, bacteria, body fluids and other tissues. Employees entering and leaving the laboratory must wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment such as scrubs, coveralls, masks, glasses and gloves. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The hiring range for this position is expected to fall between $130,000 - $152,900, reflecting the range candidates can reasonably expect to be considered for at time of offer, based on factors such as experience, internal equity, and qualifications. 

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of considerations, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialization, skills, abilities, and training. The above range represents the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. 

In addition to your salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.