Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

We are currently looking to engage a  senior Project Management leader with a strong Biotechnology / Life Sciences background  who can take ownership of complex, cross-functional programs and drive them from strategy through execution.

About Micro CRISPR
Micro CRISPR  is an innovation-driven biotechnology organization focused on developing next-generation healthcare solutions through advanced science, technology and integrated R&D capabilities.
The organization is building capabilities across  advanced therapeutics, biotechnology, drug discovery, process development and commercialization , with an ambition to create a globally competitive life-sciences platform.
Website:
Micro CRISPR

Position Details

Location:

Delhi
Function:  Project Management / Program Management / R&D / Business Operations
Industry:  Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceuticals / CRDMO
Background:
Biotechnology / Life Sciences background is mandatory
Proposed Designation
Senior Project Management Leader – Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Suggested Positioning
General Manager – Project Management | Director – Project Management | Director – Program Management | Head – Project Management | Senior Program Leader | Senior Director – Program Management

Position Overview
Micro CRISPR is looking for a  senior Project / Program Management professional with a strong Biotechnology or Life Sciences background  to lead complex, multidisciplinary programs across the organization.
The role will serve as a critical link between  scientific teams, R&D, technology development, operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, commercial and senior leadership , ensuring that strategic programs are translated into clear execution plans and delivered against defined timelines, milestones and business objectives.
The successful candidate will bring together  scientific understanding, project-management discipline, stakeholder leadership and business execution .
This is intended to be a  strategic Project Management leadership role , rather than a conventional project-coordination position.

Key Responsibilities
1. Enterprise Project & Program Leadership
Lead strategic biotechnology and life-sciences programs from initiation through completion.
Establish project objectives, scope, timelines, milestones and deliverables.
Develop integrated project plans across multiple functions.
Establish clear ownership, accountability and governance mechanisms.
Ensure projects remain aligned with organizational priorities.
2. Biotechnology Program Management
Manage projects involving biotechnology, drug development, advanced therapeutics, R&D, process development or related life-sciences initiatives.
Understand scientific and technical dependencies sufficiently to translate them into executable project plans.
Coordinate multidisciplinary scientific and technical teams.
Track critical development milestones and identify execution risks early.
3. Cross-Functional Program Management
Work closely with:
R&D | Research | Process Development | Manufacturing | Quality | Regulatory | Clinical / Preclinical | Engineering | Supply Chain | Finance | Commercial | Business Development
to ensure seamless project execution.
4. Project Planning & Governance
Establish project governance frameworks.
Define project milestones, dependencies, deliverables and critical paths.
Conduct regular project reviews.
Establish dashboards and reporting mechanisms for senior leadership.
Ensure timely escalation of critical issues.
5. Program Risk Management
Identify project risks, dependencies and potential delays.
Develop mitigation and contingency plans.
Maintain project risk registers.
Establish early-warning mechanisms for critical milestones.
Escalate high-impact risks to senior leadership with clear recommendations.
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