Project/Alliance Manager

The Opportunity

X-Chem is seeking a highly organized and motivated Project/Alliance Manager to support the successful execution and day-to-day coordination of projects with a diverse range of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, academic, and non-profit partners. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of science and business, helping to ensure project commitments are met and communication flows effectively across internal and external stakeholders. As part of the Partnership Success team, this role will also have opportunities to contribute to the support of X-Chem’s larger strategic partnerships and gain exposure to a broad range of client collaborations.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day coordination of assigned projects and alliances, building strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders while supporting alignment with contractual obligations and shared goals.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and governance activities to support successful and timely project execution.
• Facilitate effective communication and alignment across internal functions, including scientific, legal, and finance teams, and external partners.
• Coordinate alliance activities and meetings, ensuring discussions are productive, key decisions and action items are documented, and follow-up activities are tracked through completion.
• Prepare and maintain materials for internal and external meetings, including agendas, presentations, meeting minutes, action items, and decision logs.
• Identify potential project risks, challenges, or areas of misalignment and escalate issues proactively and appropriately.
• Assist with the onboarding of new partners and the establishment of appropriate project governance structures and ways of working.
• Support strategic collaborations spanning early drug discovery through medicinal chemistry, lead generation, and candidate generation, including project coordination, administrative activities, and database maintenance.
• Maintain accurate and organized alliance and project documentation, including contracts, amendments, meeting records, and other key project materials.
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of project management functionality within X-Chem’s ERP and related systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Partnership Success processes, tools, documentation, and project management practices.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, project management, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related scientific environment, with knowledge of scientific and strategic operations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and commitment to meeting deadlines and project deliverables.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Familiarity with contract terms or alliance governance structures (e.g., JSCs, joint teams) is preferred.