Biotech Program Manager - Gene Therapy Projects

Genezen; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

401(k) plan with company match up to 6

Choice of healthcare plans

FSA and HSA programs

Employer-paid life/personal accident

Voluntary disability

Emergency health coverage

Job summary

Genezen is seeking a Program Manager to lead client programs from Process Development through GMP Manufacturing of viral vectors for gene therapy. You will coordinate with clients, Genezen teams, and functional groups to track progress and ensure delivery of high-quality products and services.

The role requires 3+ years managing projects in pharma/biotech, plus life science lab experience. Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project is essential; cross-functional leadership and strong communication

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience effectively managing projects in pharmaceutical or biotech company, CDMO, CRO, or related experience
• 1-2 years of life science laboratory experience, especially cell culture, molecular biology, virology
• BS degree in scientific field and PMP certification or training

Responsibilities

• Deliver client satisfaction through timely, effective communication and facilitation of expectations with stakeholders
• Prepare detailed project schedules, including milestones for overseeing and managing all activities
• Monitor projects and help resolve issues or elevate appropriately to ensure on time delivery
• Organize, set agenda for, and lead meetings with clients and internal teams
• Ensure deliverables are client focused, results oriented, performance driven, and compliant with requirements
• Deliver project status updates to team members and clients during all stages
• Build strong relationships with clients and collaborate with business development to obtain new business opportunities
• Monitor project costs and prepare regular updates with management and clients
• Support forecasting processes, invoicing of milestones, and resolving disputes related to accounts receivable
• Identify appropriate applications and methods in managing projects
• Proactively suggest improvements to processes and promote new ideas

Skills

Client communication

Stakeholder management

Meeting facilitation

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS degree in scientific field

PMP training or certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Genezen is seeking a Program Manager to lead client programs from Process Development through GMP Manufacturing of viral vectors for gene therapy. You will coordinate with clients, Genezen teams, and functional groups to track progress and ensure delivery of high-quality products and services.

The role requires 3+ years managing projects in pharma/biotech, plus life science lab experience. Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project is essential; cross-functional leadership and strong communication