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Associate Director, R&D Project Management

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Department:   Product Development
Location:   San Diego, CA - World HQ
Code:   08-024

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for planning and execution of product development projects.  Plans and directs schedules and monitors budget/spending.  Ensures consistent practices throughout all phases of the project life cycle.  Drives the development and manages the execution of high quality, integrated cross-functional plans for projects.  Applies project management best practices in the development, initiation, planning, execution, control and closing of projects.  Provides clear direction on product development requirements to meet expectations of external customers and business collaborators.  Interacts with research and development, marketing, manufacturing, and regulatory departs and with external contractors.  Responsible for project performance, risk management, administration, financial management and issue resolution for functional groups.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, or Microbiology with PhD preferred.
At least 8 years experience in marketing, business development and/or product development experience in the area of immunoassay or molecular diagnostic tests. 
? Proven project management experience managing a project from beginning to end is required.
? Ability to communicate concisely through summarized data and written reports.
? Expertise with MS Office including MS Project or Visio is required.
? Experience with FDA design control process is required. 
? Membership association with Institute of Project Management or similar desired.

 


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