PM, Translational Research

Harvard Medical School

Boston, MA

Job posting number: #7285972 (Ref:hh-67103BR)

Posted: October 9, 2024

Job Description

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.

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 budget
  • 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 or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum 5 years relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
  • Master's degree in the life sciences or related field preferred.
  • 5 years of relevant experience in positions involving project management, alliance management, scientific/technical evaluation, in an industrial and/or academic setting preferred.
  • 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 a term appointment, with an end date of September 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values  
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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Harvard Medical School strives to cultivate an environment that promotes inclusiveness and collaboration among students, faculty and staff and to create new avenues for discussion that will advance our shared mission to improve the health of people throughout the world.


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Job posting number:#7285972 (Ref:hh-67103BR)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Harvard Medical School
Boston,Massachusetts
United States
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