CMC Project Manager

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

If you're looking for a role where your contributions directly impact business success, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are expanding and seeking a CMC Project Manager to join our ambitious and collaborative Project Management team, leading projects within our growing portfolio.

About the Department

Our diverse Project Management department is composed of highly qualified employees from a range of professional backgrounds, nationalities, and experiences. What unites us is a commitment to professionalism, a strong scientific background in the biotech industry, and a dedicated focus on customer satisfaction.

About the Role

As a CMC Project Manager, you will ensure the orderly progression of projects from proposal through to completion by interacting with the client, project team, and business development. This role provides project direction across internal functions and with external clients.
You are expected to navigate a complex stakeholder landscape, closely monitor and control project progression, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Your Profile

We are looking for a CMC Project Manager with strong and effective project management skills, a proven record of accomplishment in cross-functional collaboration, and experience working across Business Development, CMC Development, and Operations.

You will…

• Plan, organize, develop, and integrate projects across multiple functional areas, reporting progress to key stakeholders.

• Serve as the primary liaison with client contacts while cultivating effective communication, cooperation, and trust with clients.

• Manage day-to-day communications, organize project team meetings, and support the project team in overcoming challenges by applying relevant project management tools and techniques.

• Provide recommendations for future improvements based on project outcomes.

• Prepare Project Change Orders with input from key stakeholders.

• Build and lead high-performing project teams.

• Represent the company in project meetings, prepare agendas, and ensure follow-up on action items.

You have…

• A proven track record in leading CMC projects with successful project execution.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, specifically in CMC process development and/or GMP manufacturing.

• A master’s degree in life sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, or a related field (preferred).

• Experience in creating and implementing effective plans and processes to solve complex problems.

• The ability to work closely with team members across all CMC areas and with the management team to ensure coordinated efforts and communication with all stakeholders.

• An ambitious, self-motivated, and organized personality.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

Are you up for the challenge?

• To apply, please submit your CV. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.

• If we see a potential match, one of our recruiters will contact you to discuss your application.

• If both sides remain positive after this discussion, we will move forward to the assessment stage to evaluate the key skills required for the job.

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com. Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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