Scientific Project Manager
Discovery Life Sciences
Summary
DLS is looking for a talented and passionate Scientific Project Manager to join our dynamic Pre Clinical team. As a Scientific Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role delivering order fulfillment processes and ensuring the satisfaction of our customers.
Job description
A Day in the Life of a Scientific Project Manager
- Interacting with external customers (phone conversations, email, or presentations)
- Develop SOPs and training materials
- Stain tissue samples using immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques
- Lead process improvement changes
- Generate reports for inventory, shipping and order statuses
Key Responsibilities
- Design and conduct laboratory experiments, maintain appropriate study documentation
- Support the Vice President, IHC Services throughout the duration of projects, including communication of Sponsor and Vice President, IHC Services updates for purposes of technical coordination of project requirements, developing study design, and assisting with proposal writing
- Coordinate with various departments for test and control slides, patient samples, and communicate with the sponsor for purposes of technical coordination of project requirements
- Stain tissue samples using immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques, score samples, generate reports detailing scoring data and experimental results for study sponsors (customers)
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to laboratory personnel assigned to assist in the execution of project responsibilities
- Ensure appropriate lab compliance with institutional and accrediting agency regulations
- Determine and provide appropriate supplies for laboratory personnel
- Follow company policies and procedures, including quality, safety and/or universal precautions
- Respect the privacy of the personal information of patients, co-workers, and all individuals with whom the Company interacts
- Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the Company and its operations
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in molecular biology or cell biology with at least 2 years of industry research experience is required or Master's Degree with no experience
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments and resolve multiple complex problems simultaneously
- Experience in IHC, IF, biomarker research, microscopy and coursework in Pathology/Histology, RNA ISH/ FISH, multiplexing analysis of biomarkers are preferred
- Familiarity with an automated IHC and IF platform, e.g. Dako, Ventana, or Leica is a plus
- Experience with multiplex IF is a plus
- Keen attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures
- Ability to communicate with peer level managers to resolve issues that impact multiple departments
- Previous work experience in a College of American Pathologists or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-certified facility preferred
- Working knowledge of universal precautions, bloodborne pathogens, and handling human specimens
- Extensive knowledge of HIPAA and medical privacy policies
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and or weekends
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid vacation
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Paid family leave
- Professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
Company overview
Discovery Life Sciences is a global market leader in biospecimen procurement, analysis, distribution, and scientific services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostics industries. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, the company operates as the 'Biospecimen and Biomarker Specialists,' combining the world's largest commercial biospecimen inventory and procurement network with globally recognized multi-omic analytical service laboratories. With over 10 million biospecimens in its biobank and hundreds of global clinical sites, Discovery provides highly characterized human cellular starting materials and expert services to accelerate precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious diseases, and other complex conditions. The company's integrated platform includes genomics, proteomics, molecular pathology, cell biology, and clinical flow cytometry services, supporting over 1,000 clinical trial programs. Discovery serves leading biopharmaceutical companies, diagnostic developers, and academic institutions, enabling them to advance cell and gene therapy research, development, and manufacturing programs with a single-vendor approach that eliminates inefficient transfers between different providers.