Project Manager, Product Development

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.
Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Project Manager, Product Development will be responsible for managing ImmunityBio cell therapy development projects from initiation through delivery.  This position will apply project management methodology, including tools, systems, and applications, to ensure the effective and timely completion of department projects including process and analytical development and translational projects.

Essential Functions

• Manage and lead project teams to determine and define project scope and objectives.
• Provide overall coordination and status reporting for the full life cycle of the project.
• Identify resources needed to achieve objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner.
• Work with functional heads to develop and track multiple project timeline based on the scope of work and resource requirements.
• Develop and present a detailed project schedule and work plan.
• Provide project updates on strategy, adjustments and progress to various stakeholders.
• Facilitate multiple project team meetings; create agenda and minutes.
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the entire project execution to drive deliverables.
• Assess project issues and areas of risk, inform stakeholders, and develop mitigation plans.
• Escalate issues when they impact timeline, scope, quality, or budget.
• Provide project updates to product development management.
• Participate in the development and continuous improvement of processes, procedures, tools, and project management practices within the department. 
• Perform ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects, as assigned, to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cell Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or Biological Sciences required.
• 3+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience required.
• 2+ years of solid project management experience required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification a preferred.
• Experience conducting Risk Analysis, Decision Analysis and Contingency Planning required.
• Experience facilitating project team meetings, cross-functional communication, project team decision making, and internal and external stakeholders alignment required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of, and the ability to apply, project management tools, methodologies and best practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with solid organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the product development process.
• Strong accountability for all project management aspects and ability to work effectively and closely with the departmental head.
• Excellent interpersonal and influence skills to accomplish work without formal authority and to ensure optimal team performance.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to successfully collaborate with executive-level stakeholders.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, matrix management, and collaboration skills in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to problems.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project management software.
• Ability to maintain corporate confidentiality at all times.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position will work onsite in Torrey Pines, CA.
• Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours.  Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Some travel is possible.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$109,500 (entry-level qualifications) to $120,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.