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Predicine is a Silicon Valley-based global precision medicine company that is committed to developing the first- and best-in-class liquid biopsy cancer diagnostics and precision medicine portfolio to address the unmet medical needs in global drug development. We have developed an innovative liquid biopsy technology that is empowering biopharma partners in clinical drug development and oncology medicine research. Our international business services provide molecular insights to the top 10 MNC BioPharma’s to support biomarker-driven clinical trials in US, EU, APAC including China. We believe our most important asset is our people and are dedicated to maintaining a thriving workplace. We value a culture of Integrity, Innovation, Quality, Respect, Courage, Collaboration, Caring, and Communication.

We are seeking a highly skilled and organized NGS Lab Project Manager to join the Lab Service Management team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology, and project coordination with NGS workflow experience, to support projects in the Predicine NGS Operations portfolio.

What you will get to do: 

• Project Management:
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of NGS-based projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and resources.
  • Develop detailed project plans, outlining milestones, deliverables, and responsibilities.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (scientists, bioinformaticians, quality control specialists) to ensure seamless execution of NGS workflows.
  • Communicate progress and timelines towards company goals through daily and weekly updates.
  • Manage project risks and resolve any issues or bottlenecks that arise.
  • Document and track projects using systems such as JIRA, Confluence, or other PM-related software.
• Client and Stakeholder Communication:
  • Serve as the primary contact for clients regarding project updates, timelines, and outcomes.
  • Provide regular reports on project progress, including data analysis, and prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Manage expectations and resolve any concerns related to project timelines or deliverables.
• Data and Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure data quality, accuracy, to maintain high standards of quality control.
  • Support troubleshooting efforts for any discrepancies in data.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including protocols, project timelines, and client communications.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and ethical standards, including relevant industry guidelines for NGS applications.
• The role will support occasional off-hours and weekend communications, as required, for both internal and external stakeholders.

To be successful in this role:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field. A Master's or PhD (Preferred)
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience  managing NGS-related projects or laboratory operations, with a proven track record in project management.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira) and basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
• Certifications:
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification is a plus.

Work Environment:
This position requires a combination of office-based work and laboratory-based tasks. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, for eligible employees and their dependents. Other benefits include stock allocation and 401k benefits, 4 weeks  sabbatical after 5 years of service, lunch provided daily for onsite employees.

Our Opportunity
Predicine is a global molecular insights company that is committed to advancing precision medicine in oncology. Predicine has developed a breakthrough cell-free DNA- and cell-free RNA-based liquid biopsy technology enabling minimally invasive molecular diagnosis for treatment selection, therapy monitoring, and minimal residual disease and early cancer detection. The company has launched a portfolio of blood-urine- and tissue-based diagnostic assays for oncology. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community, and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
 
 All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification.           

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. 

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