The Director, Project Management, The Molecular Library/ Molecular Biology and IP Portfolio, will develop and maintain current and new project plans and the objectives of them to support projects from innovation through commercialization, creating visibility for management and organization among the team. The Director, Project Management will oversee The Molecular Library's creation of new molecules, as well as the company's entire IP portfolio. The candidate should manage a portfolio of projects, identifying critical path work to allow delivery on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively communicate cross-functionally with team members and with management and should have a strong science acumen. Candidate should be within commuting distance to Needham, MA.
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain detailed project plans and objectives to track progress
Maintain cross-functional focus on accomplishing project goals on time within budget and scope
Ensure resource availability and allocation across all functions required
Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
Prepare reporting tools to communicate project performance (e.g., weekly scorecard)
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects
Work with both internal teams and the company's IP attorneys to track and file all intellectual property in a timely fashion
Coordinate and contribute to reoccurring team meetings
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors/clients
Report and escalate to management as needed
Perform risk management to minimize project threats and optimize project opportunities
Align team activities through tracking of meeting minutes, action items, etc.
Qualifications:
Must have a 4-year degree in relevant field
Must have 10+ years of project management experience
PMP certification desired
Preferred Skills:
Strong communication and writing skills
Strong leadership and motivation skills
Ability to lead and influence across all levels in a matrixed organization
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to reprioritize quickly in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and experience with project management software
Experience working in a matrix organization
Evolved By Nature is a chemical technology company creating new molecules for a more sustainable future. We believe that the next generation of products will advance the health of people and the planet. We have developed molecules from our Activated Silk(tm) technology to create natural, higher performing ingredients that raise the quality and reduce the footprint of the products we need and love. Science meets commerce at our new home, a cutting-edge facility featuring state-of-the-art chemical laboratories, a contemporary wellness center, and creative marketing studio. To learn more about who we are, what we make, and where we work, visit www.evolvedbynature.com