Research and Development Project Manager
ViewRay Systems, Inc.
Summary
ViewRay Systems is currently seeking a Project Manager, who will share our passion for conquering cancer and help us develop systems novel cancer therapy systems.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Leading complex hardware and or software project cross-functional teams in R&D to deliver product development scope and meet organizational objectives.
- Defining and managing integrated project management plans in accordance with the product development process, quality management system, and regulatory requirements while maintaining the flexibility to optimize the project scope and strategy as needed during project execution.
- Creating, managing, and tracking all project related materials including but not limited to schedules, resources, status reports, key project constraints and change orders
- Manage the day-to-day activities associated with their projects
- Resolve any interpersonal changes with team members to ensure product development is proceeding along the proposed plan
- Serve as the primary liaison for stakeholders, and external partners/vendors, providing regular updates and managing expectation through all forms of communication
- Ensure all program activities and documentation (e.g., Design History Files) comply with industry standards and regulations such as FDA 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Engineering or related degree.
- At least three years of Project Management experience as well as understanding and application of the product development lifecycle is required
- Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to lead and influence teams comprised of both technical, non-technical, and commercial resources. The ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) across all levels of the organization is required.
Valued Qualifications
- Planning and schedule management, project risk management, stakeholder management, problem solving, conflict management, and decision making.
- Experience with design changes, design transfer and manufacturing process validation
- Working understanding of MS Project and schedule variance
- Familiarity with and experience working under the following standards or similar: ISO 13485, 14971, IEC 60601, 62304, 62366.
Requirements
- BS in Engineering or related degree
- At least three years of Project Management experience
- Understanding and application of the product development lifecycle
- Strong organizational skills
- Proven ability to lead and influence teams comprised of technical, non-technical, and commercial resources
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) across all levels of the organization
Company overview
ViewRay Systems, Inc. is a privately held medical device company headquartered in Oakwood Village, Ohio, that designs, manufactures, and markets the MRIdian A3i Radiation Therapy System. The MRIdian platform integrates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology, radiation delivery, and proprietary software to visualize soft tissue clearly, shape radiation doses to accommodate anatomical changes, and target tumors precisely using real-time tracking throughout treatment. This MRI-guided radiation therapy (MRgRT) approach enables on-table adaptive planning, allowing clinicians to adjust treatment in real time while reducing radiation exposure to nearby healthy tissue compared to conventional therapies. The system is designed to fit into standard radiation therapy vaults without structural modification. ViewRay's technology supports treatment of cancers including pancreatic, prostate, breast, and brain tumors, and is used by leading cancer centers such as Henry Ford Health and Miami Cancer Institute. The company employs approximately 85 people and continues to expand its clinical and commercial footprint in the oncology market.