Project Manager, Translational Research Programs

03-Nov-2022

Harvard Medical School

60534BR

Position Description

The Therapeutic Discovery Center is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for Translational Research Programs with scientific background, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a passion for applying science toward the therapies of tomorrow. The Project Manager will report to the Senior Project Manager, Translational Research Programs, and will serve as a key member of the Therapeutic Discovery Center.

The Drug Discovery Sciences Core works across several disease areas and therapeutic modalities via translational research programs such as the Quadrangle Fund for Advancing and Seeding Translational Research (Q-FASTR) program, the Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards (BTCA), and Translator, as well as the new incubator space, Blavatnik Life Lab Longwood. As a member of the Drug Discovery Sciences Core project management team, the Project Manager will work with teams (successful applicants and small companies within Life Lab) to support execution of research plans through a variety of in-house and outsourced capabilities.

The Project Manager will exhibit a high degree of integrity, demonstrating professionalism at all times and handling confidential information appropriately.

Primary duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead operations of designated projects, including
• Define deliverables and timelines at each project stage
• Track progress against deliverables and timeline
• Monitor expenses against project budgets
• Communicate effectively with scientific researchers
• Design scopes of work in collaboration with senior project manager and execute contracts with contract research organizations (CROs), technical consultants, and other service providers as appropriate.
• Draft scientific deliverables such as synthesis of chemical analogs
• Monitor work completed by CROs, consultants, and other service providers
• Coordinate communication between key stakeholders, including PIs and co-PIs, contracted vendors, other team members, and applicable University offices

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the life sciences or related field required.
• 5 years of relevant experience in positions involving project management, alliance management, scientific/technical evaluation, in an industrial and/or academic setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in the life sciences or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in a Chinese language is a plus
• Background knowledge in chemistry and biology
• Strong competencies in project management, outsourcing, resource management and organization with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and resources, while maintaining a focus on quality.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong Emotional Intelligence (EQ).
• Enjoys working in an open academic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Solid analytical capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to produce and present clear, concise, and professionally written communications and presentations.

Additional Information

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Boston.

This is a three-year term position with strong potential for renewal.

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ . 

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3 – 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Location

USA – MA – Boston

Job Code

RS0157 Researcher III Natural Science

Department

Therapeutics Initiative

Union

00 – Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

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