PROGRAM MANAGER-Chanda Lab

The Scripps Research Institute; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Health plans

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla/San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support CAMPP projects, coordinating planning, management, and execution to deliver milestones within timelines and budgets. The role works closely with scientists across laboratories and departments to advance translational research initiatives.

The position requires a doctoral degree in biology and at least four years of project management experience, with strong communication and leadership

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project management and/or leadership, managing scientists and engineers to develop technical solutions to scientific problems.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong oral and written communications skills coupled with effective interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the PI and the program management team to develop, maintain, and align integrated timelines and resources to meet key milestones and benchmarks for success.
• Attend monthly and quarterly meetings and issuing summary communications/minutes in a timely manner.
• Support project planning and timelines using organizational skills and tools, with flexibility to manage multiple priorities
• Help monitor progress on all research projects and reports back to the program manager
• Work closely with administrative colleagues to coordinate and manage critical contract activities.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to NIAID.
• Build strong relationships across all departments.
• Proactively identify and manage project issues and risks.
• Motivate and sustains team alignment and commitment to project goals, plans, responsibilities, deliverables, and schedule.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Biology

Job description

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE:

Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Scripps Research is looking for an experienced program manager to support the program management team with the planning, management, and execution of the CAMPP projects to successfully deliver milestones within timelines and budgets. The position will work closely with scientists and across many laboratories and departments. The association between Calibr and Scripps Research links world-class basic research innovation with patient-centric research initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for a program manager with a passion for science and a strong drive to make an impact.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the PI and the program management team to develop, maintain, and align integrated timelines and resources to meet key milestones and benchmarks for success.
• Attend monthly and quarterly meetings and issuing summary communications/minutes in a timely manner.
• Support project planning and timelines using organizational skills and tools, with flexibility to manage multiple priorities
• Help monitor progress on all research projects and reports back to the program manager
• Work closely with administrative colleagues to coordinate and manage critical contract activities.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to NIAID.
• Build strong relationships across all departments.
• Proactively identify and manage project issues and risks.
• Motivate and sustains team alignment and commitment to project goals, plans, responsibilities, deliverables, and schedule.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctoral degree in Biology or related field.
• Minimum of four years' experience in project management and/or leadership, managing scientists and engineers to develop technical solutions to scientific problems.
• Demonstrated experience working with a diverse set of colleagues, including scientists, engineers, usability researchers, and engagement managers with a variety of backgrounds.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong oral and written communications skills coupled with effective interpersonal and collaboration skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This is a hybrid position, onsite one day per week.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $141,00 to $156,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position works in an office environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Qualifications

Education

Doctorate of Biology (preferred)

Experience

4 years: Experienced in program planning and execution for multi-year initiatives. (required)

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