SR. R&D Project Manager

NOVA Biomedical GmbH; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

401k match

Bonus program

Generous PTO & holidays

Professional development

Office snacks in MA offices

Job summary

Nova Biomedical in Waltham, MA is seeking a Senior R&D Project Manager to lead cross-functional R&D projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence across multiple programs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a regulated environment, strong communication and leadership, and a degree in engineering or science (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile preferred). Hybrid work and a salary range of $90k–$110k are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Project Management experience in a regulated industry (Medical/Pharma preferred).
• Strong ability to build relationships across the business.
• Solid understanding of design control, stage-gate methodologies, and product life cycles.
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with budget management, risk assessment, and strategic planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience producing written reports and presenting to management.
• Education: Degree in Engineering, Science, or Project Management; PMP/PRINCE2/Agile preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage new product development and sustaining engineering projects through full lifecycle.
• Establish schedules and budgets, prioritize tasks, and ensure deliverables for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with Product Management to drive R&D projects entering new product pipelines or supporting existing portfolios.
• Define project risks and mitigation plans; report outcomes to management and escalate as needed.
• Ensure adherence to Design Control and Stage Gate processes.
• Lead and facilitate Bio Ecosystem and Core Team Meetings to coordinate cross-functional efforts.
• Resolve resource allocation issues and set priorities to meet timeline and budget.
• Assist with R&D issues and escalate critical activities affecting approvals or launches.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Engineering/Science degree

PM Certification (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Confluence

Job description

Nova Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with affirmative action in hiring and promoting women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 escalate 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

• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 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

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

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.

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.