Sr./Project Manager

Are you passionate about significantly improving the future of medicine? Do you believe that people are the most important asset of any company? If so, join

AmplifyBio AmplifyBio

is a leading contract research organization with a comprehensive range of services that span from being an outsourcing partner for discovery stage R&D work, a preclinical CRO performing safety efficacy and toxicology studies for small molecules and advanced therapies alike, and, most recently, an expansion into manufacturing services for cell, gene, and mRNA-based therapeutics. The

AmplifyBio

ecosystem is comprised of three distinct business units:

ADOC

(South San Francisco, CA)– Amplify’s Discovery, Optimization, and Characterization laboratories:

ASET

(West Jefferson, OH) – Amplify’s Safety, Efficacy, and Toxicology Site; and the most recently opened

AMEC

(New Albany, OH) – Amplify’s Manufacturing Enablement Center. About ADOC

South San Francisco, CA.

AmplifyBio’s

discovery optimization and characterization unit

(ADOC)

establishes critical product characterization benchmarks, optimizes efficacy, and identifies new targets and strategies for clients preparing to scale up the production of therapeutic candidates. The site also houses GMP manufacturing suites, and quality control labs available to clients. Based on broad experience in cell and gene therapy manufacturing, this group seeks to address the widening gap between R&D and manufacturing CMC. Amplify

Bio

is seeking to hire a

Sr.

Project Manager/Project Manager

to join our growing team The ideal candidate is an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for working closely with multiple teams at the ADOC site (e.g. Discovery and Development, Manufacturing Sciences and Technology, and Quality Control) to advance business-critical internal and client projects focused on the

discovery, development and manufacturing

of advanced therapies and

generation of new capabilities

to support clients. Ideal candidates should possess a strong scientific and technical background in the advanced therapy space and the ability to lead complex projects consisting of multiple workstreams and sub-projects. What You’ll Do Here: Provide project management expertise to develop plans and monitor progress on multiple projects revolving around new technology assessment, new capability development, therapeutic discovery proof-of-concept, and process and method development. Manage multiple projects simultaneous within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost. Monitor, mitigate, and manage project issues and risks by proactive assessment and planning with stakeholders and governance committees. Drive collaboration and coordination across functions to facilitate the planning process, establishment of scope, milestones, deliverables, and creation & maintenance of comprehensive timelines that integrate available resources, dependencies, budget, priorities, and other constraints as appropriate. Provide advanced support for and/or take a leadership role in the facilitation of team meetings, including tasks such as meeting requests, scheduling, agenda creation, minutes documentation, and deck preparation. Develop and maintain project management tools to track overall team progress, including project dashboards for Leadership that give a clear snapshot of overall project health. Ensure project plans and objectives are clearly established, documented, and communicated. Communicate professionally and collaborate effectively with clients to integrate timelines and deliverables. We Would Love to Hear from You If: Possess a degree in a scientifically relevant field of study (B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.). For candidates with a B.S., a minimum of 8+ years of total relevant experience is required, including at least 4 years in a project management role. Candidates with an M.S. should have 6+ years of total relevant experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a project management role. Candidates with a Ph.D. should have 3+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a project management role. Demonstration of big-picture thinking and high-level planning with the ability to navigate comfortably in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment and the ability to operate at both big-picture and tactical levels. Ability to build strong partnerships with internal and external key stakeholders and hold oneself and others accountable for commitments in a productive and collaborative manner. Business acumen and solid relationship management skills with a focus on cross-functional collaboration and customer service. Proactive problem solver able to promote ideas persuasively and build on the ideas of others in a constructive manner. Command of tools to efficiently communicate complex ideas to a wide array of audiences by providing project summaries to Leadership and updates for the wider company to ensure alignment across disciplines. Desired But Not Required: Experience with cancer immunotherapies or other advanced therapies (cell, gene, mRNA). Prior experience working in cell therapy and oncology research. Expertise in using and/or developing resource management tools. Prior experience working successfully in a small rapidly growing biotech company. At

AmplifyBio

we’re committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within our company and industry. This is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization. Amplify

Bio

is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. Why You Will Love Working Here: We take the health and happiness of our employees seriously and consistently evaluate new ways to Amp up our benefits to provide an amazing place to work. From a wellness program to financial planning and legal assistance, we make sure to take care of our own. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day at

Amplify

Bio Competitive Compensation Package We take work-life balance seriously and we back it up with a FLEIXIBLE PTO program Generous paid parental leave Wellness and Self-Care Programs 401(k) match Tuition Reimbursement EAP/work-life support system A fun work environment where everyone’s voice matters. We are just getting started More benefits on the way An Opportunity to Change the World When you join our team , you will be a part of groundbreaking work while collaborating with our clients, research scientists, study directors, lab technicians, and specialists across a variety of disciplines. The future for

AmplifyBio

is as great as the combination of our imaginations and actions, and we hold ourselves accountable for our choices and results. We have a bias for action, excellence, and, especially, the health and safety of our employees.

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