Scientific Project Manager

At Personalis, we are transforming the active management of cancer through breakthrough personalized testing. We aim to drive a new paradigm for cancer management, guiding care from biopsy through the life of the patient. Our highly sensitive assays combine tumor-and-normal profiling with proprietary algorithms to deliver advanced insights even as cancer evolves over time. Our products are designed to detect minimal residual disease (MRD) and recurrence at the earliest time points, enable selection of targeted therapies based on ultra-comprehensive genomic profiling, and enhance biomarker strategy for drug development.

Personalis is based in Fremont, California.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientific Project Manager to join our Business Operations team  ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the life sciences or biotech industry, coupled with a deep understanding of scientific workflows and data management. If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for scientific research and project management, we encourage you to apply.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members and external partners.
• Maintain data quality and optimize operational efficiency.
• Create and manage comprehensive project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as CLIA, CAP, and GLP.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior project management staff as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field; an MS or PhD is preferred.
• At least 3 years of project management experience in the life sciences or biotech industry (e.g., CRO or academia).
• In-depth knowledge of the scientific project workflows, including biospecimen management, processing, analysis, results delivery, and customer communications.
• Strong understanding of laboratory information systems (LIMS) and associated data infrastructure.
• Expertise in databases to streamline data collection, with proficiency in SQL.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with professionals at all levels, both within and outside the company.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, analyze workflows, and manage time effectively.
• Strong decision-making, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to manage customer expectations and create a gold standard experience.
• Proven ability to influence internal teams and external service providers to achieve project objectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python and R is a plus.
• Familiarity with CLIA, CAP, and GLP requirements is a plus.

The hiring range for this position is $105,000 to $130,000 per year, which may factor in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus (or a sales incentive plan) and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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