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Merida Biosciences · 3 weeks ago

Program Manager (Contract)

positionCambridge, MA
timeFull-time, Contract
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date5+ years exp

Merida Biosciences is seeking a Program Manager to lead a cross-functional research team through the development stages of a research program. This role involves ensuring project goals are achieved on time and within budget while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Support the Asset Team, lead and manage end-to-end the asset lifecycle
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource forecasts
Coordinate cross-functional teams within R&D, including non-clinical, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and quality assurance
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Ability to serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners including CROs and other vendors
Prepare and present project updates, and dashboards
Lead project team meetings, drive decision-making, and foster a collaborative environment
Manage project budgets and support financial forecasting and reporting
Other duties assigned, including assistance of program management & leadership and other organizational support activities

Qualification

Drug development knowledgeRegulatory pathways knowledgeProject management experienceProject management toolsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsResearch Program ManagementLate-stage development experiencePMP certificationOrganizational skillsFast-paced environment experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field
5+ years of project management experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry
Proven track record in leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects through various stages of development, to include regulatory filings
Knowledge drug development processes and regulatory pathways
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, ThinkCell, etc)

Preferred

Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) in a scientific discipline
Research Program Management experience
Late-stage development experience
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Experience working in a fast-paced, startup biotech environment

Company

Merida Biosciences

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Merida Biosciences is a biotech company focused on developing precision treatments, particularly for autoimmune diseases.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://meridabio.com

H1B Sponsorship

Merida Biosciences has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$121M
Key Investors
Third Rock Ventures
2025-04-08Series A· $121M
2022-01-01Seed
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