Senior Project Manager - R&D

Genus Plc has an exciting opportunity. We are seeking a Project Manager. With growing number of projects in our pipeline, it is critical to maintain our ability to focus on delivering real value against the business opportunity, ensure proper expectations are set around what can be delivered, and guiding projects successfully through the gated phase process to safeguard successful implementation. The R&D Project Manager will be responsible for setting the overall direction of their projects and managing the outcomes successfully from inception through business launch across the R&D and relevant Genus business functions. The successful candidate has the ability to work in a culturally diverse, fast-paced environment, work autonomously as well as collaboratively across functional teams, and is able to identify, analyze and solve problems in a self-directed/managed work location.

This position is located in our DeForest, WI office with hybrid work options.

• Manage R&D projects to the agreed scope, time, cost, and quality criteria. Projects will include internal development projects and collaborations with third parties.
• Leverage scientific knowledge and background to integrate with team of cutting-edge scientists and collaborators. Understanding of the science and technologies will help identify and manage risks and opportunities to increase chances of a successful outcome.
• Work directly with business stakeholders to define project scope, goals, success criteria, deliverables, and timelines. 
• Develop, monitor, and control the project plan for each phase of project from inception to launch.
• Proactively manage risks and issues, and changes in project scope and timelines. Devise and execute on risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Perform stakeholder mapping exercise to create and execute a customized communication plan for each project.
• Ensure all projects follow required process for gate reviews by actively coordinating and executing project gate reviews with all required stakeholders.
• For projects with external parties, develop and execute a project and communication plan to ensure all milestones are met as outlined within contracts. Align with Finance to ensure payments for milestones are aligned with delivery.
• Complete and agree RACI matrix with stakeholders for all projects.
• Keep project data up to date within the project management tool to enable accurate project reporting.
• Develop, maintain and complete project documentation including project plans, risk log, issues log, post project reviews etc.
• Work as part of a global Project Management team to continuously improve the Genus Project Management methodology.
• Work with Sr. Director R&D Strategy, Operations & Finance as well as peers to research and implement best practice project management tools and techniques.

Basic Qualifications: (required)

• Proven track record of managing projects to a successful business outcome
• 5 years of direct work experience in project management capacity, including managing complex projects with several dependencies

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in project management methodologies, PMP or equivalent
• Experience in the fields of life sciences research is a plus
• Experience in project management within the regulatory landscape of US and International drug development is a plus
• Experience working in a matrix business setting
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Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company headquartered in the UK and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and ETO (employee time off).

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.