Junior Project Manager

Interius BioTherapeutics Is Seeking a Junior Project Manager

Can you see yourself as part of a growing team working to develop targeted vectors to reprogram cells in vivofor the treatment of devastating diseases? That’s what Interians are doing, right now. We are a clinical stage biotech start-up developing a novel bioplatform for targeted gene delivery that enables the right payload to be delivered to the right cells in vivo. We are a rapidly evolving organization, where those who enjoy the challenges and rewards of company-building will thrive.

As a Junior Project Manager (JPM), you will bring your 1+ years of work experience to a growing organization with increasing complexity of project management needs.  As a JPM, you will be responsible for a limited number of internal small to medium sized activities.  You will need to work cross functionally with other Project Managers, Quality, CMC, Legal & Finance team members to execute activities on time and on budget.  The JPM is responsible for supporting Portfolio & Program Development team members to manage the programs and to take on smaller projects independently.  As the successful candidate, you will embrace the role of a JPM in a small biotech heading towards its first clinical trial, where you are not only an essential problem-solver, but also a wonderful collaborator who takes initiative.

“We not only hire great talent, we hire good people” is how our CEO, Phil Johnson, addressed the company at a recent meeting. “People who others like to work with.” If you like what you read and can see yourself as an Interian, please apply.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain project update/progress reports and timeline revisions, as required.
• Create and update project plans that outlines the tasks, resources, budget, timeline, and risks involved.
• Provide project management and operational support to non-clinical project teams, ensuring quality, timelines, and project specifications are met.

• Manage non-clinical documentation, ensuring accuracy and aiding in the preparation of manufacturing and translational activities.
• Assist in managing non-clinical trial budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate and maintain the logistical aspects of non-clinical projects.

• Create appropriate files and records in electronic systems including, but not limited to Microsoft Project, Veeva.
• Conduct research, gather requirements, and communicate with stakeholders and team members to ensure alignment and clarity, as necessary.
• Support other Project Managers by taking on supervised support tasks on larger projects, as and when necessary.
• Manage project and training administration tasks.
• Assist senior project managers in finalizing project outcomes, evaluating the project performance, and documenting the lessons learned.
• Other project management duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; substantial relevant experience may be substituted

• 1+ years of experience in project management or equivalent
• Prior experience in research, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industries is preferred
• Familiarity with a broad spectrum of project management concepts, practices, and procedures
• Familiarity with project management tools: MS Project (preferred), Office Timeline Pro (preferred)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are crucial
• Willingness to complete a wide range of tasks in a startup environment
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong business etiquette and diplomacy
• Ability to operate in a deadline sensitive environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to operate independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Interius BioTherapeutics is a community of individuals, building together an organization celebrating an inclusive culture, guided by excellence, dignity and respect. Interius is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other basis, protected by law.