Senior Project Manager

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Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, GBR
In-Office
Senior level
Healthtech
The Role
Lead and coordinate delivery of an AI-driven, automated antibody discovery platform. Build and maintain integrated project plans, align cross-company workstreams, manage risks and dependencies, and provide governance and stakeholder reporting to drive predictable delivery across automation, data, and molecule design teams.
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Bring more to life. 

 

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?  

 

At Abcam, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.   

 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. 

 

Progress happens together 

 

At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together.  That’s why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society. 

 

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. 

Abcam is seeking a highly motivated and organized Senior project Manager to join the newly established Danaher Affinity Reagent Autonomous Laboratory hosted at Abcam in Cambridge.  This is a unique opportunity to support the delivery of a cutting-edge AI driven antibody discovery platform and associated antibody discovery  projects by coordinating timelines, resources, and cross‑company collaboration.This position reports to VP of Danaher Affinity Reagents Autonomous Laboratory and is located in Cambridge (UK).In this role, you will have the opportunity to: 
  • Support the establishment of a new automated, data-driven antibody discovery platform by building and maintaining integrated project plans (milestones, dependencies, risks), and driving predictable delivery across workstreams (e.g., automation & data, molecule design, production).
  • Coordinate cross‑functional execution by aligning priorities, tracking progress, unblocking issues, and ensuring clear handoffs between teams so materials, methods, and data move smoothly through the pipeline.
  • Ensure strong project governance and communication through practical status reporting, decision/action logs, clear documentation, and stakeholder updates, making sure teams have what they need to move fast without losing quality.
  • The essential requirements of the job include:
  • Project management qualifications and proven experience delivering complex scientific/technical programs with senior stakeholder visibility, including confidently presenting progress, risks, and decisions to leadership audiences.
  • Strong cross‑company coordination skills (e.g., vendors, partners, CROs), with a track record of aligning priorities, managing dependencies, and driving decisions across different organisations and ways of working.
  • Excellent communication, judgement, and discretion: able to handle confidential information, negotiate practical solutions, and maintain clear governance (actions, decisions, risks) in a fast‑moving environment.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: 
  • Experience supporting the build-out of automated and/or AI-enabled life science platforms (e.g., workflow standardisation, automation enablement, data capture readiness, operational rollout).
  • Experience running formal cross-company governance (e.g., steering meetings, decision logs, change control) and maintaining momentum across senior stakeholder groups.
  • Experience with commercial delivery mechanics (e.g., statements of work, purchase orders, budget tracking, milestone-based vendor management, and managing scope changes with partners).
  • The Danaher Business System, or similar business improvement and project management tools.

Abcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info. 

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Skills Required

  • Project management qualifications and proven experience delivering complex scientific/technical programs with senior stakeholder visibility and presenting to leadership.
  • Strong cross-company coordination skills with vendors, partners, and CROs, including managing dependencies and driving decisions across organisations.
  • Excellent communication, judgement, and discretion; ability to handle confidential information, negotiate practical solutions, and maintain governance in a fast-moving environment.

Danaher Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.

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The Company
Washington , DC
57,802 Employees
Year Founded: 1984

What We Do

Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.

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