SR. R&D Project Manager

Nova Biomedical; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Bonus program

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Nova Biomedical in the Boston area is seeking a Senior R&D Project Manager to lead cross‑functional advanced product development initiatives from inception to launch. The role requires strong program management, time and budget discipline, and a track record of delivering complex projects in regulated environments.

You will partner with Product Management and R&D teams, drive design controls, manage risks, and steer multiple projects in a fast‑paced hybrid on‑site/remote setting from our

Qualifications

• 5+ years project management experience in a regulated environment (medical/pharma preferred).
• Strong cross-functional relationship-building and communication.
• Expertise with design control, stage-gate processes, and product lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development and sustaining engineering projects end-to-end.
• Establish schedules and budgets; ensure deliverables across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with Product Management to drive R&D projects into the pipeline.
• Identify risks and create mitigation plans with contingency options.
• Ensure adherence to Design Control and Stage Gate processes.
• Lead Bio Ecosystem and Core Team meetings for cross-functional collaboration.
• Resolve resource allocation and prioritize within budget constraints.

Skills

Project management

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Confluence

Budget management

Risk assessment

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

Engineering/Science degree

PMP/PRINCE2/Agile cert

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Confluence

Job description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world‑class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary

The Senior R&D Project Manager will lead and coordinate business‑critical R&D projects from inception to completion. The role involves working with cross‑functional teams to ensure project goals align with organizational objectives, are completed on time, and stay within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in R&D processes, excellent organizational skills, and a proven ability to manage complex technical projects.

The Senior R&D Project Manager must: be detail‑oriented, organized, results‑driven, have proven ability to track and complete deadline‑driven projects, have outstanding communication/interpersonal skills, be a positive contributor and have a strong commitment to quality. Strong time management, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask are a must.

In a fast‑paced commercial environment, this individual will need a strong bias towards action, with an expert ability to drive decisions, resolve conflicts, and communicate. Must be a self‑starter whose goal is to get the job done and who is able to balance multiple priorities effectively. Must work independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage new product development and sustaining engineering projects through full product lifecycle (from inception through post‑launch).
• Establish project schedules and budgets, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring project team members meet expected deliverables for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work closely with Product Management to drive business‑critical R&D projects that will enter the new product pipeline or support the existing product portfolio.
• Drive definition of project risks and creation of mitigation plans including identification of contingency plans where appropriate. Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed—escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans and requirements.
• Drive strict adherence to the Nova Design Control and Stage Gate processes.
• Lead and manage Bio Ecosystem Meeting(s) and Core Team Meetings to facilitate collaboration between R&D and cross‑functional teams.
• Identify and help to resolve resource allocation issues and set priorities to ensure the project is staffed appropriately, completed on time, and within budget constraints.
• Assist with resolving any R&D related issues for projects and elevate any critical R&D activities that could impact the approval and/or launch of a product in the respective market.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years Project Management experience working in a regulated industry, Medical or Pharmaceutical environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships throughout the business.
• Strong understanding of design control, stage‑gate methodologies, and product development life cycles.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross‑functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Expertise in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence, etc.).
• Experience in budget management, risk assessment, and strategic planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience producing written reports and presenting to management
• Education Requirements:
• Degree in Engineering, Science, or Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINC2, or Agile certification preferred

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Comfort with working at a computer for extended periods.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to [25–50] pounds as required
• Able to communicate effectively via phone, video, and written communication.
• Occasional need to move about the office to access meetings or resources.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location

Hybrid onsite in Waltham, MA, 4 days/week - 1 day/week remote

Targeted Salary Range

$90,000 to $110,000 a year

About The Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science‑driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting‑edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA‑registered, ISO‑certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry‑trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission‑driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real‑world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com

EEO Statement

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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