Senior Manager/Associate Director, CMC Project Management

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is looking for a Senior Manager/Associate Director in CMC Project Management in Bristol. This remote role involves overseeing project execution, establishing objectives, and interacting with clients. Ideal candidates possess a Master's or PhD and extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical or CRO/CMO industry.
• Experience in project management; PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years in CMC process development and/or GMP manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead project initiation and planning, oversee execution.
• Establish project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project progress and report to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences or chemistry

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

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Senior Manager/Associate Director, CMC Project Management, Bristol

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 6

Posted: 16.06.2025

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview

The Senior Manager/Associate Director Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects within STA, WuXi’s API and Drug Product development and manufacturing division. This role involves leading projects from proposal to completion, interacting with clients, technical teams, and business development teams. The position also includes business development activities such as visiting clients and promoting STA’s services at conferences and trade shows. Please note this is a remote (work from home) position within the UK.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead project initiation and planning, oversee execution, and ensure timely and within-budget completion.
2. Establish project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
3. Monitor project progress and report to stakeholders.
4. Support technical teams in resolving project challenges using risk assessment tools and techniques.
5. Manage communication with clients and organize project team meetings.
6. Represent the company in meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and follow up on action items.
7. Evaluate project results and recommend improvements.
8. Support business development activities, including customer visits and conferences.
9. Prepare quotations, proposals, and change orders with stakeholder input.

Qualifications:

• Master's or PhD in life sciences, chemistry preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical or CRO/CMO industry, preferably in API or Drug Product R&D and manufacturing.
• Experience in project management; PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; cross-functional experience preferred.
• Good understanding of pharmaceutical industry and small molecule drug development.
• Minimum 5 years in CMC process development and/or GMP manufacturing.
• Knowledge of current regulations and industry trends; experience with oligonucleotides and solid-state peptides is a plus.
• Experience in CRO or CMO is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially MS Project.

Independence/Accountability:

• Self-motivated, flexible, organized, and detail-oriented, with ~25% travel.
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to develop and execute plans.

Leadership Activities:

• Coordinate efforts across CMC business units and with management for effective communication.

Communication Skills:

• Proficiency in English required; Mandarin is a plus.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.