Project Manager
Quick answer
The DiffUSE Project is hiring an in-person, full-time Project Manager in Emeryville, California, to coordinate cross-institutional scientific teams and manage project operations.
- Role
- Project Manager
- Organization
- The DiffUSE Project / Astera
- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The DiffUSE Project is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate efforts across a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and academic partners. The role involves overseeing project timelines, managing budgets, and facilitating communication across various workstreams. The ideal candidate will thrive in ambiguous environments and act as a central hub to ensure the project meets its strategic goals. This position is essential for maintaining alignment between wet-lab collaborators and computational research teams.
What you'll do
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and strategic alignment across teams.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project-related communications.
- Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and resource allocation.
- Onboard and off-board team members and external collaborators.
- Facilitate internal and external project-related events.
What it takes
- 2-5 years of project management experience.
- PhD in biology, chemistry, or a related field is highly preferred.
- Working fluency in scientific program management.
- High agency and comfort working in ambiguous environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is an in-person, on-site role located at Astera in Emeryville, California.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What kind of experience is required?
The role requires 2-5 years of project management experience, with a PhD in biology, chemistry, or a related field strongly preferred.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should send their CV along with a short paragraph describing a time they moved a stuck project or team forward.
How to apply
Apply directly on The DiffUSE Project / Astera's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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