Research Senior Project Manager/Associate Director

Overview
As the Project Manager, you’ll lead cross-functional Research and Discovery projects from planning through implementation and close out. You’ll drive execution, manage project risks, and help teams deliver high-quality outcomes aligned to business objectives.

What You’ll Work On
Partner with the research teams to develop build project strategies and drive execution of Sironax’s discovery portfolio

Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, resource needs, and status reporting to support successful delivery.

Track progress, manage dependencies, and identify risks and issues early, implementing mitigation plans when needed.

Facilitate project team meetings, governance reviews, and stakeholder communications to maintain alignment and visibility.

Partner with cross-functional and global teams to achieve project objectives and deliverables.

Use tools such as Smartsheet, Think-Cell, Microsoft Project, or similar systems to support planning, execution, and reporting.

Coordinate vendor activities, review deliverables, and ensure work is completed according to project requirements.

Review project outputs for quality, accuracy, and adherence to established standards and processes.

Support compliance with Sironax quality systems, development lifecycle requirements, and project governance practices.

Partner with Finance and Portfolio Management to provide realistic forecasts and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.

5+ years of project management experience in research or development in biotech/pharma or a CRO/CDMO

Understanding of the drug development lifecycle across specialties (chemistry, biology, pharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology)

Experience developing and managing cross-functional project plans, schedules, resources, and project reporting.

Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders.

Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience working cross-culturally in a global, matrixed organization.

Fluent in both Mandarin and English (written and spoken)