Sr. Project Manager, Innovation (Genomics, Reagents, New Product Development)

Integrated DNA Technologies; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Integrated DNA Technologies in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a range of innovation projects. The role involves leading cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time delivery of projects using Danaher Business System principles.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong project management experience, and bilingual communication skills in Mandarin and English. The annual salary range is $130,000 to $150,000, accompanied by comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in R&D or technology development environment.
• 3+ years of experience in project or program management.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of high-performing, cross-functional project teams.
• Facilitate DBS tool adoption and improve delivery outcomes.
• Manage risks and ensure consistent, on-time project delivery.

Skills

Project management frameworks

Structured problem solving

Bilingual communication (Mandarin and English)

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related technical field

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Innovation

Owner of delivery across a range of innovation projects. Supports execution rigor, portfolio visibility, and KPI performance using Danaher Business System (DBS) principles. Partners across scientific, engineering, and operations teams to advance next‑generation oligonucleotide synthesis technologies and platforms. Reports to the Director, Emerging Technologies. On‑site role in Sunnyvale, CA.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Lead coordination of high‑performing, cross‑functional project teams with clear accountability for outcomes and delivery.
• Facilitate adoption of DBS tools and behaviors (standard work, visual management, Kaizen, structured problem solving).
• Remove barriers, manage risk, and drive corrective actions to ensure consistent, on‑time delivery.

Essential Requirements Of The Job

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred).
• Prefer 5+ years’ experience in R&D, innovation or technology development environment with preference for 3+ years of experience in project or program management.
• Strong working knowledge of structured problem solving, project management frameworks, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent bilingual communication and stakeholder management skills: Mandarin and English required.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestic and international as needed.

It Would Be a Plus If You Also Possess Previous Experience In

• Danaher Business System (DBS) or similar lean/continuous improvement environment.
• Oligonucleotide synthesis, genomics, or related life sciences technologies.

The annual salary range for this role is $130,000 – $150,000. This role is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) to eligible employees.

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