Remote Research Project Lead

The Jackson Laboratory; Bar Harbor (ME); Remote; USD 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine, seeks an Associate Research Project Manager to help plan and execute research projects and program operations. You will collaborate with scientific and technical teams to define objectives, develop plans, and deliver milestones while maintaining documentation and reporting.

Under supervision, you will coordinate tasks, monitor timelines, and support communications with sponsors and collaborators, contributing to regular project materials and

Qualifications

• Understanding of project management, especially agile/iterative methods.
• Biological science background preferred (genetics/genomics) and/or software development awareness.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Project leadership: own progress, identify blockers and prioritize tasks.
• Project planning: outline objectives, milestones, and team roles.
• Project communication: coordinate meetings, minutes, and status updates.
• Project delivery: monitor objectives, priorities, resources, and sponsor satisfaction.
• Project administration: monthly grant and service billing reporting.
• Coordinate day-to-day tasks and onboarding for project teams.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute regular project updates for stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Agile methods

Communication

Team leadership

Timeline management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Project management certification (preferred)

Job description

The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine, seeks an Associate Research Project Manager to help plan and execute research projects and program operations. You will collaborate with scientific and technical teams to define objectives, develop plans, and deliver milestones while maintaining documentation and reporting.

Under supervision, you will coordinate tasks, monitor timelines, and support communications with sponsors and collaborators, contributing to regular project materials and