Made Scientific · 18 hours ago
Program Manager
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expMade Scientific is a leading US-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization specializing in the development and manufacturing of cell therapy products. The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and serving as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders.
BiotechnologyGeneticsManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Sia Madan
Responsibilities
Lead by example in utilizing best practices in project management, specifically in the areas of timeline/critical path management, risk management, and budget management
Demonstrate excellence in proactive client communication through both formal presentations and informal 1:1 interactions, building trustworthy relationships
Conduct detailed end-to-end program planning with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project) from initiation through closure
Drive accountability within cross-functional teams to meet deliverables, timelines, and business (revenue) goals
Develop and implement enterprise-wide tools, systems, and processes, including driving training and change management
Ensure dissemination of approved work scope to team members
Provide project management leadership to cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of project scope
Manage client and stakeholder relationships, communications, requirements, and expectations
Anticipate and proactively manage changes in project scope through the change order process
Ensure excellent communication within the team, to site leadership, relevant stakeholders, and to clients
Serve as primary point of contact with the client post-signature, in partnership with Sales & BD
Prepare and conduct program reviews and presentations across internal teams, clients, and senior management
Coordinate development of subcontractor Statements of Objectives and Statements of Work
Maintain project lessons learned and best practices, ensuring dissemination within the PMO and functional leadership
Apply financial acumen in developing revenue forecasting models
Assist with new business proposal preparation as required
Manage project risk registers and implement mitigation strategies as appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Portfolio and Program Management
Qualification
Required
1–3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with exposure to CDMO operations
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet)
Experience supporting customer programs from development through clinical manufacturing and release
Strong financial acumen with understanding of CDMO business needs
Familiarity with time-tracking tools, processes, and systems
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Preferred
Experience in cell therapy modalities
PMP certification
Company
Made Scientific
Made Scientific is a leading US-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the development, manufacturing, and release of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products for clinical-and-commercial supply.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29.2MKey Investors
National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals
2024-01-03Series A· $29.2M
2023-06-27Grant
2022-04-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Syed T. Husain
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
David Smith
Vice President of Development
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