The Senior Project Manager (Sr.PM), Clinical Affairs (CA) Microbiology Portfolio will manage a suite of clinical projects focused on the Microbiology franchise. The Sr.PM role requires an exceptional level of strategic thinking to lead the high-volume Microbiology clinical portfolio and experience in leadership positions with the ability to serve as a mentor to other team members within CA Program Management, represent the CA department to other departments and to the CA leadership team. Primary Duties + Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards. + Build relationships with and gain trust of CA functional stakeholders and leadership team. + Set and lead Clinical Affairs project team meetings independently, assist others in running Clinical Affairs project meetings. + Own and lead project communication to align stakeholders and track goals/milestones. + Independently manage portfolio of complex clinical studies/projects. + Own and delegate project-related tasks, including (but not limited to): meeting minutes, timeline updates, and presentation preparation. + Align with Global PMO on project priorities ensuring proper time and resources allocated to progress projects. + Analyze relevant project information and brainstorm and implement solutions to potential barriers. + Recognize missing points of view in crucial decision-making conversations and ensure proper input to project decisions. + Maintain documentation; ensure all appropriate documentation is completed at project close. + Present projects’ progress, risks, and challenges to larger teams, including Project Governance teams and CA leadership team. + Teach/mentor other members of the team. + Regularly review colleagues’ documentation and presentations, and coach verbal communication. + Proactively consider plans for training, onboarding, mentorship, and development. + Seek out or create development opportunities for the others on the team. + Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, contribute to best practice alignment within the Clinical Affairs department and cross-functionally. Qualifications + B.S. life sciences, bioinformatics, or equivalent technical field required; relevant advanced technical degree a plus. + PMP from the Project Management Institute preferred. + 5+ years of project management experience in a regulated environment. + Microbiology experience required. + IVD experience preferred. Skills & Abilities + Knowledge of clinical study workflow and stakeholder functionality + Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively. + Effective team member and supports teams with a helpful attitude. + Ability to understand multiple perspectives. + Clear and transparent verbal and written communication; English fluency. + Critical listening skills with an ability to recognize and summarize important information. + Ability to stay calm and maintain a positive, pragmatic approach in stressful situations. + Flexibility in adjusting to changing department/global priorities. + Excellent organization skills and precise attention to detail. + Critical and innovative thinker. + Proactive. + Coachable. + Inquisitive and eager to learn.