R&D Project Manager

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life science company in Greater London seeks an R&D Project Manager to support product development. This office-based role involves planning projects from conception to commercialization, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the life science field, with strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams effectively. Join us to innovate and deliver cutting-edge diagnostics solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the life science or diagnostics industry.
• At least 2 years in a project management role.
• Familiarity with ISO13485 management system.
• Proven project management skills (PMP or similar certification is a plus).
• Experience with regulatory pathways for diagnostic products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage R&D projects from concept through commercialization.
• Act as the primary liaison between R&D and other departments.
• Develop and monitor project schedules.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Identify bottlenecks in the New Product Development process.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biology/Biochemistry or related field

Job description

About Meridian

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy, and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting‑edge solutions to tough problems.

Job Summary

This is an office‑based position responsible for supporting the R&D leadership with project management. The R&D Project Manager reports directly to the R&D Senior Manager and will liaise with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure the reporting and timely progress of new product development projects under ISO13485. This role requires project management skills and communication to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Duties

• Project Leadership: Plan and manage R&D projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between R&D, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, Manufacturing, and Marketing.
• Timeline: Develop and monitor project schedules and risk mitigation plans.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and areas of improvement in the New Product Development process and work together with R&D leadership towards better efficiency.
• Compliance: Ensure projects meet regulatory and quality standards under ISO13485.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Biology/Biochemistry or project management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the life science or diagnostics industry (PCR, NGS, or lateral flow) environment, with at least 2 years in a project management role.
• Familiarity with reagent formulation, assay optimization, and ISO13485 management system.
• Proven project management skills (PMP or similar certification is a plus).
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and communication abilities.
• Experience with regulatory pathways for diagnostic products (e.g., CE-IVD, FDA 510(k)) preferred.
• Understanding of molecular diagnostics workflows and immunoassay technologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively and effectively in multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment, as well as the capability of working independently with guidance.