Project Manager I
Northridge, CA, US, 91325
For over 40 years, Charles River Cell Solutions has worked to making a positive impact on the world by providing the highest quality cellular material and services to biotech and pharmaceutical companies and research organizations that are performing innovative research and developing novel cell-based therapies.
We recognize that our success depends on the vision and passion of our employees; that is why we are devoted to making Cell Solutions a rewarding and valuable place to work. We believe in making a difference, and at Cell Solutions, you will make a difference every day.
Job Summary
Project Manager I will coordinate both internal operations projects and client-facing programs in the Cell and Gene Therapeutics sector. This individual will be responsible for ensuring successful project execution from initiation to delivery, while acting as a key liaison between internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Cell Therapy or life sciences, is meticulous, thrives in challenging environments, and excels at managing multiple high-impact projects simultaneously. Experience in client communication, regulatory environments, and process improvement is highly desirable.
Essential Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional project planning and execution for internal operations and external client-facing initiatives.
- Coordinate all aspects of the projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to deadlines.
- Manage scope, timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and resource allocation.
- Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide clear, actionable updates to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including Gantt charts, dashboards, and risk logs.
- Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements across internal workflows.
- Collaborate with departments such as R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing to meet project goals.
- Ensure projects adhere to quality standards and relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, FDA, ISO)
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, bioengineering, or equivalent and relevant formal training and academic / vocational qualification.
- 0-2 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2 years of biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical development, or project management) or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience.
- Experience in leading teams successfully to achieve the goals.
Compensation Data
The pay rate for this role is $71,400 - $78,900 per year. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
About Charles River Cell Solutions
Charles River Cell Solutions is a global leader and trusted brand in the customization of human-derived biological products and services for biomedical research, drug discovery, and cell and gene therapy development. Cell Solution’s vertically integrated solutions support preclinical research, clinical studies from phases 1 to 3, and commercialization with high-quality RUO and GMP-compliant starting material and apheresis collections.
In January 2020, HemaCare was acquired by Charles River Laboratories, an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). Combined with Charles River’s integrated, early-stage portfolio of discovery, safety assessment, and manufacturing support services, the acquisition creates a unique, comprehensive solution for researchers and cell therapy developers and manufacturers worldwide to help accelerate their critical programs from basic research and proof-of-concept to regulatory approval and commercialization. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs and enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market. We work closely with our clients throughout the clinical process to maximize success and drive positive clinical outcomes.
Together, with over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies, and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
At Cell Solutions, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. We have proudly supported the development of 100% of the current commercially available FDA-approved immunocellular therapies. Our mission is to provide a best-in-class portfolio of high quality, customizable human cellular material and services to support drug discovery, scientific research, and cell therapy. This resonates from our employees and impacts our customers because we know that every day is an opportunity to advance discoveries and make a difference in someone’s life.
We’re committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit www.criver.com.
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