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Job Summary
We are currently seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support our Life Science Research (LSR) operations in a regulated R&D environment. This position will focus on internal project execution and team coordination within a large, multi-year government research program, ensuring cross-functional integration, operational rigor, and on-time delivery of high-quality scientific deliverables. Working in a matrixed organization, the Deputy Program Manager drives day-to-day execution of project tasks and deliverables across disciplines (toxicology, laboratory operations, data management, quality, etc.) while partnering closely with the Program Manager - who leads overall strategy and client relations - to ensure program objectives are met without overlapping responsibilities. This is predominantly an internal-facing role emphasizing team communication, execution discipline, and subcontractor coordination, to complement the Program Manager's external and strategic focus. The Deputy Program Manager is expected to be a proactive leader in orchestrating resources and processes to meet contract requirements and exceed client expectations, all while maintaining strict compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements inherent in the LSR domain (e.g., GLP). This position will be based in West Jefferson, OH (with occasional travel to Columbus, OH as needed).
Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Business Development staff to establish overall proposal strategies and themes which clearly differentiates Battelle from other potential providers of service. Coordinates the selection of proposal team member organizations (strategic partners, sub-contractors, universities, divisions, etc) and the efforts of the proposal team to formulate an offering that persuasively presents the project approach that meets the client needs and documents the value created for the client by this approach at a competitive price.
• Impacts contract negotiation activities and has a strong working knowledge of contractual issues relative to the project being managed relevant to scope of the work and scheduling and subcontracts.
• Prepares and presents presentations to internal management and to external customers to provide reviews and updates on technical aspects, cost, and schedule.
• Directs project risk planning. Applies processes and procedures to identify, analyze, classify, prioritize and manage program risks to formulate a risk management plan that assigns responsibility, determines approaches and specifies mitigation approaches and contingencies in the risk management process.
• Integrates safety policies and regulations into the project plan. Directs the process of early identification, analysis, reduction or elimination of hazards. Directs development of program safety measures and implementation of standard workplace safety practices, to mitigate injuries and foster a healthy work environment for staff.
• Stays abreast of Project Management best practices. Knows, understands and applies Battelle processes and procedures. Implements Project Management best practices and management policies. Understands, embraces and executes relevant Quality Systems and applicable industry regulations. Maintains a thorough understanding of and ensures compliance with applicable government and industry regulations.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification highly preferred.

Compensation Data
Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $105,600 - $140,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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