Sr. Program Manager

Genezenlabs; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

401(k) with company match

Choice of healthcare plans

Job summary

Genezenlabs in Lexington, MA is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to support client programs through Process Development to GMP Manufacturing. The role requires managing project schedules, communication with clients, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of project management experience in pharmaceutical or biotech sectors. The position offers a salary range of $140,000–$175,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing projects in pharmaceutical or biotech.
• 3+ years of life science laboratory experience, especially cell culture.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client satisfaction through timely communication.
• Prepare detailed project schedules and manage all activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients and monitor project costs.

Skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership capabilities

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Education

BS degree in scientific field

BS degree in life sciences

PMP training or certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Overview

The Sr. Program Manager supports client programs through Process Development and into GMP Manufacturing of gene therapy viral vectors. The Sr. PM is well-versed in contract clinical manufacturing and effectively delivers client projects in a fast-paced environment, serving as the primary contact between clients, Genezen project team members, and functional groups to track progress and ensure delivery of quality products and services.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver client satisfaction through timely, effective communication and facilitation of expectations with stakeholders
• Prepare detailed project schedules, including identification of major milestones for overseeing, controlling, communicating, and managing all activities required to complete client projects
• Monitor projects and help resolve issues or elevate appropriately to ensure on‑time delivery of all milestones and help identify risk mitigation plans
• Organize, set agenda for, and lead meetings with clients and internal teams to facilitate project completion
• Ensure that project deliverables are client‑focused, results oriented, performance driven, and in compliance with all applicable internal and external requirements
• Deliver project status updates to team members and clients during all stages of the project, manage expectations, and elevate risk immediately
• Build strong relationships with clients and collaborate with business development to obtain new business opportunities from existing clients
• Monitor project costs and prepare regular project updates with management and clients
• Support company financial goals and objectives by supporting forecasting processes, assuring timely invoicing of project milestones, and supporting finance department in resolving disputes related to accounts receivable from clients
• Identify appropriate applications and methods in managing projects
• Proactively suggest improvements to existing processes and think creatively to promote new ideas that will benefit the team and our overall efforts

Special Job Requirements

• Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs, including flexibility for different time zones
• Criminal background check required
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Education / Certifications / Licenses

• BS degree in scientific field – Essential
• BS degree in life sciences – Desired
• PMP training or certification – Desired

On‑the‑job Experience

• 5+ years of experience effectively managing projects in pharmaceutical or biotech company, CDMO, CRO, or related experience – Essential
• 3+ years of life science laboratory experience, especially cell culture, molecular biology, virology – Desired

Skills / Abilities

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to influence without direct authority – Essential
• Strong leadership capabilities to motivate and hold cross‑functional teams accountable – Essential
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and high‑pressure situations – Essential
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including MS Project or similar project management software – Essential

Physical Demands

Requires sitting for long periods, repeated hand movements, typing, and use of keyboard and mouse. Frequently required to stand, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Lifting up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Requires frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Requires frequent communication by talking, hearing, using telephone and e‑mail.

Pay Range

The annual salary range for this position is $140,000–$175,000.

Benefits

• Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
• Paid sick time
• 10 observed holidays + 2 floating holidays + 1 volunteer day
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary
• Share Appreciation Rights
• Choice of several healthcare plans
• FSA and HSA programs
• Dental & vision care
• Employer‑paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
• Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Additional Details

• Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This position requires a criminal background check.
• Genezen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Genezen participates in EVerify.
• Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.