Careers
NJ Bio, Inc. is a rapidly growing quality CRO/ CDMO located In Princeton, NJ that provides chemistry and biopharmaceutical services specializing in bioconjugation, custom synthesis, bioassays, and process development. NJ Bio offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including 401(k), health, vision, dental, and life insurance plans.
NJ Bio is constantly expanding its team and is looking for dedicated and talented individuals. We currently have the following job openings:
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Operations
Project Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting project management activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget, while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and collaboration. This position requires the employee to be onsite. The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on project-management-related issues. The Project Manager supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan, tracking project scope, timelines, status, deliverables, shipments, and budget to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of projects.
- Adjust project timelines as needed to support changing priorities, client requirements, and business needs.
- Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the entire project execution process.
- Communicate with external clients and internal stakeholders; coordinate and conduct meetings; record meeting minutes; organize and store meeting files and documents in designated locations; and track and follow up on action items.
- Manage client expectations, issue escalations, follow-ups, and project communications.
- Keep clients and project teams updated with progress reports and current project information.
- Identify project risks, track issues, escalate blockers, and support mitigation plans.
- Manage scope changes, document changes, and coordinate impact assessments with internal teams.
- Support purchase orders, invoices, revenue recognition, cost tracking, project forecasts, and budget reconciliation.
- Collaborate with Business Development, Finance, Facilities, GMP teams, and R&D teams and contribute to their activities as needed.
- Partner with management to support safety and quality initiatives within the organization.
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships and interact effectively with all levels within the organization and with external clients.
- Coach and mentor Assistant Project Managers.
- Perform other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of project management principles, including critical paths, timelines, milestones, expectations, and accountability.
- Strong planning, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required; experience with MS Project is recommended.
- Proficiency with Smartsheet for project management is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive cross-functional working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external team members.
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Self-motivated and willing to grow and learn new skills.
- Ability to work outside normal business hours, including occasional nights, weekends, or holidays, as needed to support business needs and accommodate international clients or GMP projects.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Health Sciences, Project Management, Business, or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of project management experience, preferably in biotech, pharmaceutical, CDMO, GMP, laboratory, manufacturing, or regulated environments.
- Experience supporting cross-functional, client-facing, or GMP-related project activities preferred.
Physical Demands
N/A
Working Conditions
Office-based position
Certificates & Licenses Required
PMP certification is a plus.
Compensation
$75,000–$95,000 per year
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NJ Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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NJ Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.