Project Manager - CMC

Avid Bioservices; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 99,200 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Avid Bioservices is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross‑functional coordination for biologics projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met. You will drive technology transfers and GMP operations within the Drug Substance and Viral Vector space, partnering with teams across the organization.

The role emphasizes client relationships, project onboarding, process efficiency, and ensuring successful project outcomes in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline is required.
• 3+ years of biotechnology/pharmaceutical project management experience.
• PM certification is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Project is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Familiarity with the drug development process.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage early stage and/or late-stage biologics projects to drive deliverables and maintain budget.
• Support the PM team implementation of templates, governance, process flow, and resource tools.
• Support planning and facilitation of internal and client meetings (tech transfer, process development, manufacturing, quality).
• Support readiness activities related to biologics including process validation and commercialization timelines and budgeting.
• Interface with operations/contractors/supply chain for GMP production readiness and sub-team meetings.
• Provide PM support including charter, plan/timeline, risk management, monitoring and closure.
• Facilitate meetings, maintain minutes, generate actions, and escalate as needed.
• Support high-level corporate initiatives.
• Back up for senior PM activities.
• Other tasks as needed.

Skills

Biotech/Pharma PM experience

PM certification

MS Project

Attention to detail

Drug development process

Excellent communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life‑saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.

Your Role:

Join forces with our dynamic project management team and ignite your passion for driving impactful client projects! As a Project Manager, you'll lead the coordination and planning of cross‑functional activities for designated projects, ensuring they not only meet but exceed their objectives within set timelines and budget constraints.

Your journey with us will involve diving deep into client relationships, seamlessly onboarding projects, crafting efficient processes, facilitating smooth technology transfers, and orchestrating GMP operations within the thrilling realm of Drug Substance and Viral Vector space.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be a driving force behind transformative projects, then seize this opportunity to make your mark in a team that thrives on innovation and collaboration!

• Manage early stage and/or late-stage biologics projects to drive deliverables and maintain budget.
• Support the project management team implementation of standardized templates, project governance, project process flow, and resource allocation tools and techniques.
• Supports the planning/preparation/facilitation of internal and client facing meetings (technology transfer, process development, manufacturing, and quality).
• Supports project readiness activities related to biologics projects including early-stage and late-stage covering process validation and commercialization (timeline generation, documentation tracking, schedule adherence, functional resource planning, risk assessment, and budgeting).
• Supports project interface with operations/outside contractor/supply chain for GMP production readiness, schedules and facilitate sub‑team (as assigned) meetings.
• Provides Project Management support to all assigned projects including oversight of project charter, project plan/timeline, risk management and risk elevation, project monitoring, and project closure.
• Responsible for effective meeting facilitation, maintenance of meeting minutes, and action item generation, follow‑up, and elevation for all assigned projects.
• Supports the high‑level management of corporate initiatives.
• Back up for Sr. Project Management activities.
• Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals with specific project management capacity.
• Project Management certification is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Project is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
• Familiarity with the drug development process.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Occasional overnight travel by land and/or air may be required to attend seminars, conferences, or client meetings.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This role is a full‑time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance‑based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. The compensation range for this role is $99,200 - $124,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are:

• You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
• Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
• You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
• You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day‑to‑day demands of this position.