Where will your specialized knowledge and technical leadership not only make an impact, but also develop even further? Right here, where you'll manage the development and delivery of large integrated customer solutions by transforming broad concepts into structured programs, leading the design and delivery of multi-national/multi-partner projects, delivering solutions for complex, high impact issues, and building effective client relationships.
Agilent is looking for your talent to join our team as a Project Manager, API Contract Manufacturing for the Nucleic Acid Solutions Division (NASD) that provides API manufacturing services for pharmaceutical and biotech industries around the world.
Key Responsibilities:
Determine and develop approaches to assignments for delivery of creative solutions to customers
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
Prepare extensive cost models and generate substantial project proposals based on the calculation model and current market analysis for the project management group.
Lead projects from concept to delivery while partnering with internal and external cross-functional teams
Leads cross-functional, strategic projects while also leading internal projects and process improvement initiatives
Maintain close relationships with internal departments in order to coordinate ancillary activities
Dynamically manage projects while adhering to applicable regulatory guidelines, and cGMP
Assist in determining resource requirements and allocate discrete project goals amongst the departments required for the projects
Participate in recommendations for improvements of process and administrative issues or inefficiencies that impact the ancillary programs
Prioritize projects and day-to-day workflow for self and other team members, internal and external
Create and maintain the customer specific production schedule for both long-term forecast and short-term production demands; follow up on the workflow through each step to maintain schedule integrity and communication
Maintain an understanding of the document creation process which includes, but is not limited to the following: Lot/Expiration form creation, material receipt/release, batch record preparation and ERP work order creation
Participate in business development by informing prospective clients of our manufacturing, development and analytical capabilities
Collect custom project requirements/specifications from clients while building effective business relationships
BS / MS degree in Chemistry, Biology or equivalent combination of education and employment
4+ years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry (experience with an Oligonucleotide API manufacturing company preferred)
4+ years of experience in project management (i.e. creating deliverable proposals to client specifications, etc.)
Demonstrated success in maintaining multiple client projects, multi-tasking capability required
Ability to create a solutions-oriented approach and customer focus to drive towards business goals
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms
Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs
Experience with pharmaceutical development, chemistry and/or DNA / RNA analytical experience is highly desired
cGMP regulatory knowledge preferred
Must have a team player mentality with the ability to collaborate and negotiate within cross-functional teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfortable with presenting to multidisciplinary internal/external audiences
High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms
Available for occasional business travel
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 17, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $93,760.00 - $146,500.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Services & SupportSkills Required
- BS or MS degree in Chemistry, Biology or equivalent
- 4+ years experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- 4+ years of project management experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple client projects and multitask
- Ability to create solutions-oriented, customer-focused project approaches
- Full professional proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
- Experience with pharmaceutical development, chemistry, and/or DNA/RNA analytical techniques
- cGMP regulatory knowledge
- Team player with ability to collaborate and negotiate across cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Available for occasional business travel
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Retirement Support — The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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