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Aspect Biosystems

Project Manager

Vancouver, BC · On-site

CA$143K - CA$161K/yr

You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotech, Life Sciences, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. * Experience: 4-6+ years of progressive project/program management experience ...

Intact Financial

Senior Data Scientist

Vancouver, BC · Hybrid

You will collaborate with our advanced data science team to design, build, deploy, and iterate on ... Strong execution skills, including the ability to prioritize effectively, manage trade-offs, and ...

veritree

Project Manager, Mangroves

Vancouver, BC · On-site +1

... Manager, Mangroves, to own our largest flagship mangrove partnership end-to-end ... This is a hands-on role at the intersection of field operations, restoration science, and remote ...

veritree

Project Manager, Mangroves

Vancouver, BC · On-site

... Manager, Mangroves, to own our largest flagship mangrove partnership end-to-end ... This is a hands-on role at the intersection of field operations, restoration science, and remote ...

WSP

Environmental Remediation Project Manager

Vancouver, BC · On-site

CA$80K - CA$107K/yr

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our ... We have been providing contaminated site program management services to the worlds most technically ...

Ubc

Venture Manager

Vancouver, BC

CA$6.6K - CA$9.5K/mo

... science based startups commercialize breakthrough technology over nine months, guided by ... The Venture Manager is responsible for several elements of day-to-day CDL operations, including ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a science manager?

To thrive as a Science Manager, you generally need a strong background in scientific research, leadership experience, and an advanced degree such as a PhD or MSc in a relevant field. Familiarity with data analysis software, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and project management tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills help Science Managers effectively lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate complex projects. These skills are crucial for ensuring scientific rigor, driving innovation, and achieving organizational objectives in research environments.

What is the difference between Science Manager vs Research Scientist?

AspectScience ManagerResearch Scientist
Required credentialsTypically a master's or PhD in a scientific field, leadership experienceUsually a PhD or master's in a specific science, strong research background
Work environmentLeads teams, manages projects, oversees research activitiesConducts experiments, analyzes data, publishes findings
Employer and industry usageUsed in biotech, pharma, research institutions, and corporate R&DCommon in academia, industry, government research labs

Science Managers focus on leading research teams and managing projects, while Research Scientists primarily conduct experiments and analyze data. Both roles require advanced scientific credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What is a science manager?

Science Managers are professionals who oversee scientific research projects, teams, or departments within organizations such as research institutes, universities, government agencies, or private companies. Their responsibilities include coordinating research activities, managing budgets and resources, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication between scientists and other stakeholders. Science Managers play a crucial role in translating scientific objectives into actionable plans and ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and effectively. They often have advanced degrees in science and strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

What are the main challenges a science manager faces when leading interdisciplinary research teams?

One of the main challenges Science Managers encounter is effectively coordinating communication and collaboration among team members from diverse scientific backgrounds. Aligning different methodologies, expectations, and terminologies can require extra effort to ensure everyone is working toward common goals. Additionally, Science Managers must balance administrative responsibilities, such as securing funding and managing budgets, with supporting the scientific growth of their team. Successful Science Managers foster an inclusive environment that encourages innovation while maintaining clear project timelines and deliverables.

What are the most commonly searched types of Science jobs in Coquitlam, BC?

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Infographic showing various Science Manager job openings in Coquitlam, BC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Project Manager

Aspect Biosystems

Vancouver, BC • On-site

CA$143K - CA$161K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager to join our Technical Operations team in beautiful Vancouver, BC. Reporting to the Chief Technical Operations Officer, you will support the development and implementation of a project management system and support planning, documenting, tracking and reporting of our programs. You'll be joining a company committed to developing regenerative medicines that deliver life-changing, functional cures for patients living with serious diseases. 

Responsibilities 

  • Supporting the development and implementation of a centralized Project Management System to support planning, documenting, tracking, reporting and when necessary, escalation of team and working group activities, issues, and risks.
  • Supporting the project planning process within established governance structure, monitors progress, and drives execution.
  • Assessing and continuously improving current communication/reporting/tracking tools for effectiveness, efficiency, and ease of use.
  • Developing awareness of industry standard project management structure and tools and assesses appropriateness. When needed, refine Aspect's framework against these standards based on size of company and stage of asset development.
  • Ensuring alignment and codification of all required activities into project logs and to track progress against targeted timelines.
  • Supporting issue resolution and drives risk identification, assessment and mitigation planning including adequate documentation/follow-up of ongoing issues and risks.
  • As required, designing and maintaining reporting of project management activities via tools such as dashboards, slides etc.
  • Facilitating required communications via meeting scheduling, agenda development, and follow-up activities. 
  • Providing support to overall program management activities including presenting content development, participation in management meetings to prepare minutes/actions and providing follow-up, as necessary.
  • Developing and utilizing decision support models, Gantt charts, and timelines to enable achievement of goals.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotech, Life Sciences, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. 
  • Experience:  4-6+ years of progressive project/program management experience within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or scientific R&D environment.
  • Lifecycle Experience: Proven hands-on track record driving therapeutic programs past the Development Candidate (DC) stage, through GLP studies, and successfully into First-in-Human (FIH) clinical trials or beyond. 
  • Cross-Functional Influence: Demonstrated success in influencing multidisciplinary scientific/technical teams and managing complex, cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
  • Strategic Partnership: Ability to drive critical decisions, manage timelines, and partner seamlessly with Program Technical Leads to meet overarching corporate goals.
  • Creative Problem Solving: You love immersing yourself in difficult technical problems and coming up with solutions that work. You think outside the box and use your experience and intuition to identify when such solutions are realistic.
  • Operational Rigor: Outstanding attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to process rigor. 
  • Execution & Delivery: You have outstanding attention to detail and take pride in your work. You can multitask, prioritize competing deadlines, and have a track record for delivering work on time.

The hiring range for this role is $143,852 - $161,834, annually. Our ranges are based on market data. Offered salaries will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. For candidates who exceed role requirements, we are open to exploring above-range offers. Note that base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at Aspect. Members of the Aspect team also receive equity, a comprehensive benefits package, and support for continuous learning and career progression

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