Project Manager

Barrington James; France; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering biotech company in France is seeking an Associate Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects in cell & gene therapy. You will work closely with the founding team to develop project plans, manage resources, and ensure strategic goals are met. The role requires strong experience in oncology or immunology and an MSc or higher in a related field. Join a scientifically exceptional team at the cutting edge of immuno-oncology.

Qualifications

• Experience in cell & gene therapy (CAR-T strongly preferred) within a biotech environment.
• Strong grounding in oncology or immunology.
• Proven success managing complex, multi-stakeholder life science projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects from early discovery through preclinical development.
• Manage CROs and vendors, ensuring quality, speed, and value in delivery.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Cell & gene therapy experience

Project management

Operational excellence

Clear communication

Education

MSc or higher in biochemistry, immunology, virology, or related field

Job description

Overview

Direct message the job poster from Barrington James

I’m partnering with a pioneering early-stage biotech developing first-in-class in vivo CAR-T therapies with proprietary IP and a clear path to clinic. This is a unique opportunity to join at a formative stage, where your decisions directly shape the trajectory of a breakthrough therapeutic platform.

Working closely with the CSO and founding team, you will lead cross-functional project management from preclinical development through to key strategic milestones. This is a role for someone who combines deep scientific understanding with operational excellence in cell & gene therapy, ideally CAR-T, gained in a biotech setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects from early discovery through preclinical development
• Manage CROs and vendors, ensuring quality, speed, and value in delivery
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and timelines aligned to strategic goals
• Proactively identify risks, troubleshoot challenges, and keep programs on track
• Support strategic initiatives including fundraising preparation and partnering activities
• Drive clear communication across teams, turning complex data into actionable insights for leadership

About You

• Essential: Experience in cell & gene therapy (CAR-T strongly preferred) within a biotech environment is essential. Pure industry or academia is not the right background for this role.
• Strong grounding in oncology or immunology
• Proven success managing complex, multi-stakeholder life science projects from an operational perspective (not just scientific)
• MSc or higher in biochemistry, immunology, virology, or related field
• Confident in budget management, vendor oversight, and project governance
• Clear communicator who can bridge scientific and business priorities in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial setting

Why Join?

• Be part of a scientifically exceptional team with a truly novel therapeutic approach
• Work directly with founders on high-impact programs at the cutting edge of immuno-oncology
• Influence the full path from preclinical strategy to clinical readiness
• Thrive in a collaborative, agile culture where science meets execution

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Management, and Consulting