Research Project Manager

Job Description

Research Project Manager – RQ Biotechnology

West London | Hybrid, minimum 2 days per week onsite

RQ Biotechnology Ltd (RQ Bio) is a UK-based virology company whose mission is to discover and develop long-acting monoclonal antibodies (LAAbs) against seasonal influenza with the goal of providing immediate, powerful and long-lasting protection against the risk of severe viral disease. We have recently initiated pre-clinical development of our product candidate and are advancing research on a next generation product pipeline in parallel.

Following its recent £85.5 million Series A funding round, RQ Bio is advancing its lead product candidate through preclinical development while progressing a next generation research pipeline.

RQ Bio is now looking for a Research Project Manager to support the planning and delivery of research projects across its antibody pipeline.

• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets and Gantt charts
• Track milestones, dependencies, risks and decision points
• Coordinate CROs, laboratories, academic collaborators and other external partners
• Translate complex scientific activity into clear actions and delivery plans
• Provide concise project updates, including RAG status and budget performance
• Partner with scientific, finance and business development teams
• Improve project management tools, processes and working practices

• At least four years of experience within a scientific environment
• At least two years of hands‑on project management experience
• Experience coordinating external scientific partners or vendors
• Confidence managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced biotech environment
• Strong stakeholder communication and organisational skills
• The ability to combine structured planning with practical delivery

Experience with in biotech, biologics, infectious disease, discovery research or programmes progressing towards IND or early clinical development would be particularly valuable. A relevant scientific background and experience using Smartsheet would also be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to support the development of a lead asset while helping to build a next generation discovery pipeline within an ambitious and well‑funded biotechnology company.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to work onsite in West London at least two days per week.