General Description

 

The PMO/OpEx Project Manager is responsible for managing site-wide, cross-functional projects to support the existing cGMP Production Facility and Research Organization, as well as projects to support future growth. This individual will be responsible for leading teams, identifying deliverables, establishing milestones and overall timeline, monitoring status, and providing scheduled updates to ensure projects remain within the scope and are successfully completed on time. Project Management certification/experience is required (PMP preferred), as well as regulatory knowledge and adherence. 

Schedule: Full-time (Benefits Eligible) 

Location:   Andelyn Corporate Center 

                   1180 Arthur E. Adams Dr.

                   Columbus, Ohio 43221

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

 

·        Manage identified projects from concept to implementation

·        Define requirements based on business need, customer input, and regulatory guidelines

·        Create project charters outlining the business need/justification, project scope, team members, deliverables, timeline, and tracking of status

·        Determine the project scope so that identified deliverables meet the established requirements and are aligned with business objectives

·        Evaluate cost to determine budgetary impact and ensure required funding is appropriated

·        Identify the right personnel, with the appropriate subject matter expertise, to participate on the project team

·        Schedule and facilitate team meetings with clearly identified agendas, action item tracking, and documented meeting minutes

·        Create a detailed project timeline with clearly defined tasks, due dates, and milestones.

·        Track the project status and provide regular updates to management

·        Quickly escalate identified issues that may impact the successful implementation of project deliverables

·        Identify opportunities to improve processes associated with equipment, material, and system utilization

·        Develop the usage of electronic systems to track project status

·        Support the implementation of new technology, processes, and materials

·        Perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques and utilize training, common experience, or working knowledge related to the tasks performed

·        Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products

·        Utilizes clear and concise communication to ensure high productivity and contribution to the success of department goals

·        Limited travel may be required

   ·        Utilizes business acumen and considers business impacts in planning and problem solving

·        Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility

·        Demonstrate a high level of integrity

·        Maintain a positive attitude

·        Attention to detail in all job functions

·        Performs in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques and requires training common experience or working knowledge related to the tasks performed

·        Solving, correcting, preventing problems, and performing tasks as assigned by leadership, as well as assigning tasks to junior staff

·        Work to specific measurable objectives requiring operational planning skills with little direct supervision

·        Leads and supports a diverse and collaborative team environment. Utilizes clear and concise communication to deliver high productivity and contribution to the success of team and goals

·        Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs

·        Make decisions based on established procedures

·        Has fiscal responsibility

·        Infrequent travel required

·        Mentoring and professional development of staff

·        Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

·        Must possess relevant four-year degree OR relevant master’s OR relevant Ph.D., background project management (certification preferred)

·        Four years relevant (w/4 YR deg) OR certification

·        Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change

·        Must be highly skilled in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) including data interpretation and reporting

·        Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment

·        Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks

·        Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality

 

  Minimum Physical Requirements

 

·        Frequent Sitting

·        Occasional Walking/Standing/Stooping

·        Frequent Talking on the phone or in-person

·        Frequent Typing on a computer keyboard

                                                                                   

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.    

 

Andelyn Biosciences is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Andelyn is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status.

Andelyn may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to your first date of employment depending on whether your role would require performing under federal contracts on behalf of Andelyn.  If required and in accordance with applicable federal guidelines, either proof of completion of an approved vaccine series will be required upon hire, or a religious and medical exemptions may be considered depending upon the specific job duties.