Project Manager IT

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute is seeking an IT Project Manager to drive IT initiatives and ensure successful project integration. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, crafting project plans, and managing timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT, 3 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in project management methodologies and collaborative tools. Excellent benefits and an inclusive environment are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Generous retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3 years of IT project management experience.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of agile principles.

Responsibilities

• Steer projects through their lifecycle from needs gathering to integration.
• Craft comprehensive project plans with aims, milestones, and budgets.
• Manage scope, timelines, and budgets proactively.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Collaboration tools (Trello, Slack, Zoom, Miro)

Risk management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

HRIS (Workday)

Financial planning tools (Adaptive Planning)

Procurement tools (JAGGAER One)

Job description

Overview

Join our Institute's IT department as an IT Project Manager and help us gracefully navigate our exciting IT landscape! You\'ll take the lead in initiating, planning, executing, and seamlessly transitioning a variety of IT initiatives and projects into ongoing operations. Your guidance will ensure projects meet their goals, stay on track, and support our organizational aspirations. We are looking for someone who connects technical needs with our strategic vision and fosters a collaborative spirit within a biomedical research institute.

Responsibilities

• Steer projects through their lifecycle—from gathering initial needs to guiding development, overseeing testing, and ensuring smooth integration into daily operations.
• Craft comprehensive project plans with clear aims, milestones, budget management, stakeholder engagement strategies, transparent communication, and operationalization plans.
• Ensure every project requirement is fully understood and captured from stakeholders across research labs, IT, HR, and other departments.
• Proactively manage scope, timelines, and budgets; identify and navigate challenges while communicating progress and potential shifts to IT leadership and partners.
• Facilitate meaningful technical discussions among subject matter experts with a practical understanding of technologies.
• Help project teams navigate IT landscapes, including on‑premises and co‑location systems, cloud platforms, AI solutions, and enterprise systems like Workday, Adaptive Planning, or JAGGAER One.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of technical nuances to guide and empower technical teams.
• Cultivate collaboration with diverse teams in a hybrid work setting; articulate objectives clearly to all project teams and stakeholders.
• Serve as a central point for project communications and ensure open, timely information sharing.
• Provide strong, compassionate leadership to support teammates, foster a positive and inclusive team dynamic, and encourage adaptability to challenges.
• Apply agile principles using tools such as Trello, Slack, Zoom, and Miro to facilitate teamwork and efficient project flows.
• Learn from best practices and suggest and help implement new tools, approaches, or ideas to enhance project management.
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in embracing new technologies and evolving operating environments.
• Follow established IT service management processes and procedures; ensure alignment with IT security policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Information Technology and Digital Strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent practical experience considered.
• 3 years of dedicated IT project management experience with a track record of guiding diverse technology projects.
• Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional project teams without direct managerial responsibility.
• Strong grasp of project management methodologies and agile principles.
• Familiarity with modern collaboration and productivity tools (e.g., Trello, Slack, Zoom, Miro).
• Understanding of current IT technologies and operating environments, including hybrid infrastructures, cloud platforms, and emerging AI.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as HRIS (e.g., Workday), financial planning (e.g., Adaptive Planning), or procurement (e.g., JAGGAER One) is a bonus.
• Exceptional collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving bottlenecks and strong risk management abilities.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to chart priorities within project scope.
• Genuine eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute to a non-profit organizational culture.

About Whitehead Institute

WHITEHEAD INSTITUTE for BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH

Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research is a leading, nonprofit research and educational institution that has defined the cutting edge of biomedical science, creating a legacy of research excellence and academic eminence since 1982. Wholly independent in its governance, finances and research programs, Whitehead shares a teaching affiliation with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), offering the intellectual, collegial and scientific benefits of a leading research university. Whitehead’s Faculty Members and Fellows run pioneering programs in cancer research, immunology, developmental biology, stem cell research, regenerative medicine, genetics and genomics—programs with a record of success.

We offer excellent benefits including a choice of health insurance options; a generous retirement plan; comprehensive dental, and life insurance coverage; competitive salary, substantial vacation and holiday time; programs for tuition reimbursement, dependent care assistance, pre-tax spending accounts, and subsidized public transportation or parking. We also offer relocation assistance.

The Whitehead Institute believes that equity and inclusion (DE&I) are integral to its values and mission. As a research Institute dedicated to improving human health through biomedical science, we believe that diverse thought invokes creative inquiry, drives innovation, and fuels scientific breakthrough. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Whitehead Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.