Associate Project Manager, Research & Development

DMC Biotechnologies, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full DMC Employee Benefits

Job summary

DMC Biotechnologies, Inc. is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our R&D Team in RTP, NC. The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ project management experience in biotech, preferably with synthetic biology projects, and a track record of delivering projects from initiation to completion.

This 12-month grant-funded position starts October 2026. You will collaborate across cross-functional teams, prepare charters and plans, manage budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in biotech, with a focus on synthetic biology projects.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budgets.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• PM tools: Smartsheet, Confluence/Atlassian, Jira; willingness to deepen skills.
• Strong understanding of synthetic biology and molecular biology principles.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop charters, project plans, meeting minutes, timelines, and budgets.
• Execute project plans, monitor progress, identify risks and roadblocks.
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders; ensure alignment on objectives, timelines, and expectations.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate resource allocation, including personnel, to support project activities.
• Identify resource constraints and optimize allocation with the technical manager.
• Mitigate project risks and issues using problem-solving and negotiation techniques.
• Implement contingency plans to ensure timely and budget-compliant deliverables.
• Monitor project quality and regulatory compliance; identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Project management

Biotech industry

Strong communication

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Confluence/Atlassian

Jira

Job description

$85,000 - $105,000 annually, based on experience and position level

Full DMC Employee Benefits

Duration:

12-Month Project Position

Anticipated Start:

October 2026

About DMC Biotechnologies

DMC is a biotechnology company based in Boulder, CO, and RTP, NC. Our Dynamic Metabolic Control™ technology platform delivers robust and predictably scalable biocatalysts resulting in cost-competitive and sustainable processes for everyday chemicals. We are a multi-product bio-based chemical company, working ingeniously to reduce the cost of biochemicals for markets in animal feed, human nutrition, pharmaceutical materials, and chemical intermediates.

The Role

We are looking for a highly motivated Associate Project Manager to join our R&D Team in RTP, NC. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of project management experience within the biotech, specifically industrial fermentation, industry, preferably a background in managing projects related to synthetic biology research, development, and commercialization.

Please note that this position is supported by grant funding and is initially offered for a 12-month term, subject to the terms and duration of thegrant.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive charters, project plans, descriptive meeting minutes, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and milestones.
• Execute project plans, monitor progress, and proactively identify and address potential risks and roadblocks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, facilitating regular communication and ensuring alignment on project objectives, timelines, and expectations.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise project status reports, presentations, and updates to internal and external s takeholders.
• Coordinate resource allocation and utilization, including personnel, to support project activities and meet established timelines.
• Identify resource constraints and collaborate with the technical manager to optimize resource allocation and support project success.
• Anticipate and mitigate project risks and issues, employing effective problem‑solving and negotiation techniques to resolve challenges and maintain project momentum.
• Implement contingency plans as needed to address unforeseen circumstances and ensure project deliverables are achieved on time and within budget.
• Monitor project quality and compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices, identifying opportunities for process improvement and optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Analytical, curious, and data‑oriented mindset to drive the use of project management data to help project teams make informed decisions.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the biotech industry, with a focus on synthetic biology projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing a project from initiation to completion, within established timelines and budgets.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software applications, specifically Smartsheet, Confluence/Atlassian, and Jira, with the demonstrated desire and ability to deepen skills and knowledge.
• Strong understanding of synthetic biology and/or molecular biology principles, methodologies, and technologies.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred but not required.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all, including people of color, people from working‑class backgrounds, women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome and encourage applications from people with these identities or members of other historically marginalized groups.

Research shows that women and people of color tend not to apply to jobs unless they believe they are 100% qualified and apply to fewer senior‑level positions. With that in mind, we encourage you to apply if you're not sure whether you meet our qualifications. We'd love to have the opportunity to consider you.