Sr. Project Manager

Cognito Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognito Therapeutics is looking for a Sr. Project Manager to drive projects focused on innovative solutions for Alzheimer’s treatment. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget while adhering to quality regulations.

This role involves managing complex projects related to wearable devices for neurodegenerative diseases, collaborating closely with various departments, and providing strategic oversight to project plans.

A BS in engineering or a related field, along with 7+ years in the medical device industry, is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with FDA Quality System Regulation and ISO 13485.
• Strong understanding of medical device development.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects for a wearable device for Alzheimer’s treatment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

BS in engineering or technical field

Tools

Project management tools

Budgeting tools

Job description

Sr. Project Manager

Location: Boston, or Remote USA. Full-time

Company Description

Cognito Therapeutics, Inc. is a venture-backed (Morningside Ventures, FoundersX, IAG, Starbloom) late clinical stage company translating scientific findings from MIT into therapeutic approaches for brain health, including Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative conditions. We were awarded a Breakthrough designation by the FDA in December 2020 based upon our feasibility data that showed our therapy’s strong safety profile and a notable preservation of cognition and function in patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s. We completed enrollment in our pivotal study, HOPE, in June 2025 and expect to release topline data from the trial in summer 2026. We are a fast-moving, highly motivated team of innovators with the ambitious goal of helping millions of patients and caregivers around the world who are impacted by neurodegenerative conditions. With our patented brain stimulation technology, we are committed to developing convenient, safe and effective neuroprotective therapies to improve brain health and well‑being for all.

About the Job

Cognito Therapeutics, Inc., is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Program Management team tasked with driving projects and programs forward. In collaboration with the Program Management team, this individual will be responsible for project definition, planning, timelines, and facilitating execution to timelines across all areas of the company. This individual will work together with the cross‑functional project teams to identify project risks, set milestones, and ensure project completion on‑time and within budget by maintaining focus on the critical path. They will be responsible for reviewing and reporting the status of the project with the team and to the Program Management team. We are looking to add a versatile, collaborative, and driven individual to our team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manages complex cross‑functional design and development projects on a first‑in‑class wearable device for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
• Manages cross‑functional projects to establish processes or process improvements.
• Formulates and gains approval for project plans in consultation with program managers, and stakeholders; develops and sets milestones to ensure overall project success.
• Works with cross‑functional team (Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Commercial, etc.) to ensure timely and complete deliverable execution (e.g., design control execution).
• Collaborates with Quality and Regulatory to ensure the project is fully compliant with the Quality System, FDA design controls, and global regulatory agency requirements.
• Partners with development team members to drive accountability of project tasks and deliverables.
• Develops and manages project plan and manages project budgets, generates forecasts, and tracks actuals against forecasts.
• Identifies, analyzes, and tracks project risks and issues and monitors progress to plan and implements corrective actions or contingencies as needed to maintain commitments.
• Conducts "Lessons Learned" reviews as needed.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience leading and executing the coordination of projects in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry (at least 3+ years in medical device), resulting in the delivery of products.
• Experience with medical device development and design control is required.
• Product development experience from concept development through commercialization.
• Demonstrated understanding of FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR 820), ISO 13485, and EU Medical Device Regulation.
• Excellent communication and project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time.
• Experience meeting multiple project schedules on time.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical and problem‑solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with products and processes incorporating hardware, firmware, and software is preferred.
• Proficiency with project management and budgeting tools.