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BioAgilytix

Manager, Project Management

Durham, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for ... Work with PMO leadership to develop and roll out initiatives for project tracking such as ...

BioAgilytix

Manager, Project Management

Durham, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for ... Work with PMO leadership to develop and roll out initiatives for project tracking such as ...

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Senior Scientific Project Manager

The (Senior) Scientific Project Manager will be responsible for providing project management ... He/she will provide project management and technical support to teams conducting training ...

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How much do science project management jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for science project management in the United States is $51.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.62 and $60.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is science project management?

A Science Project Management job involves overseeing scientific research or development projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires coordinating teams, managing resources, tracking progress, and addressing challenges that arise. Science project managers often work in industries like healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or environmental science. They bridge the gap between scientists and stakeholders, translating technical findings into actionable outcomes. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in science project management?

To thrive in Science Project Management, you need expertise in project planning, scientific research methodologies, and a relevant STEM degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with project management software (like MS Project or Asana), Gantt charts, budgeting tools, and certifications such as PMP are highly valuable. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help foster strong interdisciplinary collaboration and adapt to evolving project needs. These abilities ensure scientific projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality.

What are some common challenges faced in science project management roles?

In Science Project Management, professionals often encounter challenges like coordinating diverse, multidisciplinary teams, aligning scientific goals with project deadlines, and managing complex regulatory or compliance requirements. Navigating changing priorities, scope creep, and technical uncertainties are also common aspects of the role. Effective project managers regularly communicate with researchers, lab staff, and stakeholders to keep projects on track and promptly address unexpected obstacles. Overcoming these challenges requires a proactive approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to new scientific developments.

What do science project managers do?

Science project managers oversee the planning, execution, and completion of scientific research projects. They coordinate teams, manage budgets, develop timelines, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, often using project management tools like Gantt charts and software. Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills are essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Science Project Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,926 per year, or $51.4 per hour.

Project Management/Principal Project Management (Data Scientist)

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 363 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

89th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking an experienced Project Management/Principal Project Management (Data Scientist) to join our team of qualified individuals within our Program Management Office. This position will be located at Melbourne, FL. Please note this is an individual contributor role and is not a management/leadership opportunity.
Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
The successful candidate is expected to be a highly motivated, resourceful, self-starter able to work collaboratively with internal and external teams in high-tempo environments. This position will be expected to assist with reviewing status of projects and budgets, resource planning, preparing for and facilitating meetings, and supporting various administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the program to accomplish a variety of precise, time-sensitive monthly deliverables, metrics, and presentations
  • Collaborate across functions to ensure all objectives are met
  • Assist with monitoring cost & schedule performance, support business management meetings and reporting to program leadership
  • Turn raw program data into timely, actionable insight that drives improved decision making and execution efficiency across the program
  • Develop and implement data analytics tools/templates for monitoring project progress
  • Partner with Program Managers and other key stakeholders to identify, design, and develop areas that will drive efficiency for the program
  • Increase insight into prioritization and status of ongoing projects

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Basic Qualifications for Project Management:
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years' experience in project management OR Master's degree
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Basic Qualifications for Principal Project Management:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience in project management OR Master's degree with 3 years' experience in project management
  • At least 2 years of experience in data analytics
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working with and manipulating detail-oriented data
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Special Program Access
  • Experience with data analytics / data science
  • EVMS/CAM Experience related to managing and reporting on the health of a program
  • Aerospace and/or Defense Industry Experience
  • Prior work in a sustainment environment
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office products to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Project
  • Experience with large scale distributed software and agile software development methodologies
  • Experience or knowledge with UX design and development
  • Experience developing big data solutions related to elastic data storage and archive storage lifecycle management
  • Experience collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing insights from multiple data sources
  • Experience with NoSQL Databases and data analytics tools (e.g., MongoDB, Neo4J, python, Tableau, etc.)
  • Experience with dashboarding frameworks (Plotly Dash, Panel, Streamlit, Tableau, PowerBI, etc.)
  • Proficiency in writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting complex SQL queries
  • Proficiency in Python programming for data analysis, manipulation, and automation

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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