Program Manager

Spanios; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering biotechnology firm as a Project Manager, where you'll lead innovative cancer research projects. This dynamic role involves overseeing the generation of 3D organoid cultures, designing experimental plans, and ensuring project milestones are met. Your expertise in cancer model systems will be crucial as you guide a talented team in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in drug discovery and want to work in a supportive and scientifically innovative culture, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity and inclusion, and help bring better therapies to cancer patients faster.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in a related field with two years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in tissue culture and sterile technique is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects and provide support to Research Associates.
• Design and implement experimental plans alongside the CSO.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Motivation

Scientific Knowledge of Cancer Model Systems

Project Management

Tissue Culture Expertise

Flow Cytometry

Microscopy

qPCR

Education

PhD in Related Field

Tools

Flow Cytometry Equipment

Microscope

qPCR Machine

Job description

Spanios is a biotechnology platform development firm enabling drug discovery and development companies with its patient derived tumoroid technology. Spanios provides unique drug discovery and validation services aimed at addressing the client’s specific needs. Through the capabilities of generating human cancer and therapeutic efficacy data, Spanios saves pharmaceutical companies valuable time and money in getting efficient drugs to patients.

As a growing and novel business, we employ a talented and strategically curated team of individuals, located in cancer research and development hubs located in the USA.

Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define Spanios. Highly motivated and talented individuals join Spanios because we are a scientifically innovative member of the drug development community, driven by an unswerving belief that cancer patients need better therapies proven faster and provided sooner.

What you’ll be doing

This job is suitable for a responsible, skilled individual who can oversee multiple projects to provide supervisory support to Research Associates working on their individual projects and assignments. This position will offer a unique and rewarding translational research experience in a dynamic and highly productive environment. As a Project Manager you will provide responsible assistance for initiation and completion of the project assigned to the Research Associate(s) reporting to you.

A day in your work life might include…

• Overseeing generating and propagating 3D organoid cultures.
• Designing and implementing experimental plans for different projects along with the CSO.
• Performing/troubleshooting for research associates, usually along PDT growth, flow cytometry, qPCR, and imaging.
• Analysis and documentation of results related to the project(s).
• Reporting the progress on the projects under your supervision.
• Communicating the progress and updates on the project to the CSO and/or COO.

What we need from you

• This is a full-time in-person position at the Houston location.
• Good interpersonal skills and solid scientific know-how of cancer model systems and translational work.
• Experience in motivating a team and ensuring work deadlines are met.
• Keep up with related scientific literature and progress.
• Team participation and cooperation.
• Commitment to job’s expectations while maintaining work-life balance.
• Requirement based travel for conferences.

What you’ll bring to the team

• PhD degree in related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• At least a year of experience in the field of tumoroids.
• Tissue culture expertise and experience with sterile technique is a must.
• Technical experience in sterile maintenance and culturing of cells, flow cytometry, microscopy, and qPCR required.
• Entry and maintenance of lab notes and related documents.
• Responsibility and accountability on the project(s) under supervision.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

• Spanios advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion.
• We strive to create a diverse Spanios family by remaining committed to the development of our culture, equality, mindset, diversity & inclusion in the workplace.
• As a growing employer with international goals, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today. All applicants are welcome.

Sounds exciting? Get in touch today!

Are you the one we are looking for? Are we the company you have been waiting for? Apply today. If you have any questions or need some support with your application, we’d love to hear from you so contact our friendly team at [e-mail]