Flagship Pioneering · 1 month ago
Flagship Pioneering UK: Sr Manager, Scientific Project Management
Cambridge, MA USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expFlagship Pioneering is a company that creates and grows first-in-category bioplatform companies aimed at transforming human health and sustainability. The Sr Manager, Scientific Project Management will be responsible for shaping and executing partnership and ecosystem strategies across the UK, working with various stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive innovation.
FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Continuously evaluate emerging UK scientific, translational, and technology domains — identifying trends, new capabilities, and breakthrough research aligned with Flagship’s exploration and bioplatform priorities
Conduct horizon scanning and competitive/landscape assessments that inform Flagship’s UK portfolio strategy and highlight areas for new partnership or venture-creation opportunities
Translate complex scientific concepts and early-stage discoveries into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for internal decision-making
Lead early diligence for potential new partnerships, initiatives, or co-creation opportunities, integrating scientific, strategic, and ecosystem considerations
Support internal diligence & debate processes by preparing evidence-based assessments, opportunity briefs, and structured recommendations
Work cross-functionally with scientific, BD, and venture-creation teams to assess feasibility, impact potential, and strategic fit
Support the design, launch, and delivery of multi-institutional collaborations — spanning academia (e.g., Cambridge, Crick), clinical research networks (NIHR/BRCs), government innovation bodies (e.g., ARIA), and technology partners
Build and nurture relationships with institutional leaders, principal investigators, translational units, research offices, and innovation partners across the UK
Identify new partnership pathways and develop strategic proposals for Flagship leadership
Oversee project planning, execution, budgeting, and reporting for partnership and ecosystem initiatives
Prepare dashboards, KPIs, and progress updates for internal leadership, joint steering committees, and external partners
Coordinate operational, contractual, and governance workflows with universities, research offices, and clinical networks
Support the preparation, facilitation, and follow-up of scientific workshops, symposia, and innovation forums — including those with NIHR/BRCs, ARIA, Cambridge, the Crick, and future partners
Help design high-impact sessions that spark collaboration between Flagship companies and UK researchers, technologists, and clinicians
Develop polished, executive-ready presentations, case studies, landscape summaries, and partnership materials
Partner with communications teams to highlight partnership successes, research insights, and Flagship’s impact in the UK
Represent Flagship Pioneering UK at ecosystem events, meetings, and strategic engagements
Collaborate with the broader Flagship Pioneering UK and global teams, helping ensure strategic alignment and strong connectivity across Flagship’s venture-creation and exploratory programs
Contribute to internal processes, knowledge-sharing, and UK strategy development as the team grows and responsibilities evolve
Qualification
Required
Masters, PhD or equivalent advanced degree in biomedical or life sciences
Min 2 years in management consulting or venture capital investing experience
Experience managing scientific, translational, or innovation-focused collaborations across academia, industry, or government
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to engage scientific, technical, and executive audiences
Demonstrated project and program management capability; thrives in dynamic, entrepreneurial environments
Ability to create clear, compelling presentations and narratives from complex scientific and strategic information
Preferred
Familiarity with the UK life-sciences ecosystem (e.g., Cambridge, Crick, Babraham, Sanger, NIHR/BRCs, ARIA)
Familiarity with the Flagship Pioneering ecosystem
Experience in venture creation, scientific due diligence, competitive intelligence, or innovation management
Strong skills in PowerPoint, Excel, or dashboarding/visualisation tools; comfort producing high-quality, executive-level materials
Benefits
Healthcare coverage
Annual incentive program
Retirement benefits
Broad range of other benefits
Company
Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a venture capital firm that invests in life sciences and healthcare companies.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Noubar Afeyan
Founder and CEO
Chuck Carelli
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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