The opportunity
We’re seeking a Senior Strategic Program Manager to join the Program Management Office managing complex Research & Development programs. In this role, you’ll lead cross-functional programs that drive the launch of new clinical diagnostic products and enhance existing ones.
What you'll do
Drive cross-functional programs that bring new clinical products to market: and enhance existing ones, with a strong focus on Design Control and New Product Introduction in a regulated environment.
Partner across teams —including R&D, business, operations, and engineering—to: define goals, milestones, and plans that balance resources, risks, and priorities.
Lead all phases of product development , from early concept through: commercialization and post-launch, ensuring alignment, transparency, and momentum.
Develop and maintain key program documentation , such as project plans,: protocols, and reports, to keep teams informed and accountable.
Track progress and communicate results through clear, data-driven reports and: regular updates to senior leadership.
Champion Design Control excellence , managing gate reviews, design freezes,: technical assessments, change control, and regulatory deliverables.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry,: Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) required; PhD degree preferred .
- Minimum 4 years of program management experience in biotech, life sciences,: or another regulated technical industry.
- Project management certification or training (e.g., PMP or equivalent) required.
- Background in research, assay development, systems engineering, lab: operations, or software development is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with laboratory informatics systems and processes such as LIMS,: sample accessioning, sequencing pipelines, and results reporting preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of project budget management experience preferred.
- Experience with software development lifecycle principles , data architecture: patterns (e.g., SOA), and agile tools (e.g., Jira, GitLab) a plus.
