Project Manager

Biopatrika

Delhi

On-site

INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Micro CRISPR is seeking a senior Project/Program Management leader to own cross-functional biotechnology and life-sciences programs, driving strategy through execution in Delhi.

The role connects scientific teams with R&D, operations, quality, regulatory and commercial functions to deliver on strategic objectives within defined timelines.

Qualifications

Biotechnology / Life Sciences background is mandatory.
Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic biotechnology and life-sciences programs from initiation through completion.
Coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, manufacturing, QA, regulatory, and commercial.
Establish governance, milestones, and dashboards for leadership reviews.

Skills

Project leadership

Biotech background

Stakeholder mgmt

Cross-functional collaboration

R&D coordination

Education

Biotechnology / Life Sciences degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager

We are currently looking to engage a senior Project Management leader with a strong Biotechnology / Life Sciences background who can take ownership of complex, cross-functional programs and drive them from strategy through execution.

About Micro CRISPR

Micro CRISPR is an innovation-driven biotechnology organization focused on developing next-generation healthcare solutions through advanced science, technology and integrated R&D capabilities. The organization is building capabilities across advanced therapeutics, biotechnology, drug discovery, process development and commercialization, with an ambition to create a globally competitive life-sciences platform.

Position Details

Location: Delhi
Function: Project Management / Program Management / R&D / Business Operations
Industry: Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceuticals / CRDMO
Background: Biotechnology / Life Sciences background is mandatory
Proposed Designation: Senior Project Management Leader – Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Suggested Positioning: General Manager – Project Management | Director – Project Management | Director – Program Management | Head – Project Management | Senior Program Leader | Senior Director – Program Management

Position Overview

Micro CRISPR is looking for a senior Project / Program Management professional with a strong Biotechnology or Life Sciences background to lead complex, multidisciplinary programs across the organization.

The role will serve as a critical link between scientific teams, R&D, technology development, operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, commercial and senior leadership, ensuring that strategic programs are translated into clear execution plans and delivered against defined timelines, milestones and business objectives.

The successful candidate will bring together scientific understanding, project-management discipline, stakeholder leadership and business execution.

This is intended to be a strategic Project Management leadership role, rather than a conventional project-coordination position.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Project & Program Leadership
- Lead strategic biotechnology and life-sciences programs from initiation through completion.
- Establish project objectives, scope, timelines, milestones and deliverables.
- Develop integrated project plans across multiple functions.
- Establish clear ownership, accountability and governance mechanisms.
- Ensure projects remain aligned with organizational priorities.
Biotechnology Program Management
- Manage projects involving biotechnology, drug development, advanced therapeutics, R&D, process development or related life-sciences initiatives.
- Understand scientific and technical dependencies sufficiently to translate them into executable project plans.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary scientific and technical teams.
- Track critical development milestones and identify execution risks early.
Cross-Functional Program Management
- Work closely with:
  - R&D | Research | Process Development | Manufacturing | Quality | Regulatory | Clinical / Preclinical | Engineering | Supply Chain | Finance | Commercial | Business Development
- to ensure seamless project execution.
Project Planning & Governance
- Establish project governance frameworks.
- Define project milestones, dependencies, deliverables and critical paths.
- Conduct regular project reviews.
- Establish dashboards and reporting mechanisms for senior leadership.
- Ensure timely escalation of critical issues.
Program Risk Management
- Identify project risks, dependencies and potential delays.
- Develop mitigation and contingency plans.
- Maintain project risk registers.
- Establish early-warning mechanisms for critical milestones.
- Escalate high-impact risks to senior leadership with clear recommendations.
Timeline & Milestone Management
- Drive projects against agreed timelines.
- Monitor critical-path activities.
- Identify bottlenecks and execution gaps.
- Coordinate corrective actions across functions.
- Ensure timely completion of key project milestones.
Resource & Budget Management
- Work with functional leaders to identify project resource requirements.
- Track project budgets and resource utilization.
- Coordinate CAPEX/OPEX requirements where applicable.
- Ensure resources are aligned with project priorities.
Stakeholder Management
- Act as the central project-management interface across functions.
- Drive alignment between technical and business stakeholders.
- Manage senior-level project reviews.
- Build consensus across teams with competing priorities.
- Communicate complex project information clearly to leadership.
External Partner & Vendor Management
- Where applicable:
  - Coordinate with external technology partners, CROs, CDMOs, consultants and vendors.
  - Establish project milestones and deliverables with external partners.
  - Monitor partner performance.
  - Ensure external dependencies remain aligned with internal project timelines.
Project Reporting & Executive Communication
- Develop executive-level project dashboards.
- Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership.
- Present project status, risks, dependencies and decisions required.
- Convert complex project information into concise management insights.
Process & Project Management Excellence
- Establish standardized project-management methodologies.
- Develop templates, SOPs, governance mechanisms and project-review structures.
- Introduce best practices in project planning, tracking and execution.
- Build a scalable Project Management Office framework where required.
Organization Building
- Build project-management capabilities across the organization.
- Mentor project managers and program leads.
- Establish a culture of ownership, accountability and execution excellence.
- Develop future project and program leadership talent.

Key Strategic Mandates

Enterprise Project Management Framework
Biotechnology Program Governance Model
Integrated Project Planning System
Project Risk Management Framework
Executive Project Dashboard
Cross-Functional Program Review Mechanism
Milestone & Critical-Path Management System
External Partner Governance Framework
Project Resource & Budget Management
Project Management Capability Building

Key Performance Indicators

Project milestone adherence
On-time project delivery
Critical-path management
Program risk reduction
Budget adherence
Resource utilization
Cross-functional execution
External partner performance
Issue-resolution cycle time
Project governance compliance
Senior leadership reporting quality
Successful completion of strategic programs

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a senior Project / Program Management professional with a strong Biotechnology or Life Sciences foundation.

Mandatory Requirements

Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical background is mandatory.
Strong understanding of biotechnology R&D, drug development, advanced therapeutics, manufacturing, process development or related scientific environments.
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Strong experience working across scientific, technical and business teams.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, dependencies and stakeholders.
Strong project governance and risk-management experience.
Excellent executive communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Preferred Experience

Biotechnology R&D
Cell & Gene Therapy
Drug Discovery
Drug Development
Biologics
Advanced Therapeutics
Process Development
Clinical / Preclinical Programs
Manufacturing Scale-Up
CRDMO
Technology Transfer
Commercialization
Strategic R&D Programs

Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences or a related discipline.
MBA / PG qualification in Project Management, Operations or Business Management would be an advantage.

Leadership Competencies

Strategic Thinking | Program Leadership | Biotechnology Understanding | Project Governance | Execution Excellence | Risk Management | Stakeholder Management | Cross-Functional Leadership | Executive Communication | Problem Solving | Decision Making | Organization Building

Why Micro CRISPR?

This opportunity is designed for a senior professional who wants to move beyond project coordination into strategic program leadership.

The individual will have the opportunity to: