Project Manager/Sr. Project Manager

I have a passion for excellence.At MedImmune we do too.MedImmune is a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry we use the latest advances in science technology and medicine to develop innovative products that improve the quality of human health. We strive to create a work environment that is professionally and personally rewarding characterized by respect integrity and opportunities for growth. Hundreds of thousands of patients have benefited from our products which are designed to treat or prevent infectious diseases cancer and inflammatory diseases. Our extensive research and development efforts are focused on these same areas. Both individual contributions and team successes are critical on the path to scientific and medical breakthroughs.Position Title: Project Manager/Sr. Project ManagerDepartment Name: Corporate Project ManagementLocation: Gaithersburg MDJob ID Number: 00369Job Objective: The Corporate Project Manager/Senior Project Manager will provide project management leadership to cross-functional product development teams function as a key interface in global strategic alliances (alliance management) and contribute to building the infrastructure of a growing department in accordance with the vision set forth by Senior Management..Job Description:The position will integrate facilitate coordinate and manage all activities related to planning executing and monitoring product development programs throughout the entire product lifecycle. This will include build and drive optimal execution of integrated product development plans proactively develop mitigation and contingency plans and ensure compliance with contract terms. The incumbent will also provide independent monitoring and reporting of progress to plan cross-functional process optimization methods effective communication of project information and problem-solving facilitation to resolve project issues. The candidate will be expected to play a key role in facilitating strategic planning and risk assessments and recommending courses of action for business process improvements and supporting infrastructure.Education:B.S./B.A. in the Biological Sciences or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree at an MBA or MS-level preferred. Other Skills & Qualifications:- Must have working knowledge of the biological sciences with technical scientific or medical expertise in one or more functional areas involved in pharmaceutical/biologic product development.- Solid understanding of the overall pharmaceutical/biologic product development process (from concept to launch).- Demonstrated project management and project planning skills.- Effective matrix team building facilitation negotiation influencing leadership and management skills.- Demonstrated successful experience leading complex cross-functional project teams.- Demonstrated ability to apply a broad and integrated perspective when planning problem-solving and assessing impact across functional areas; including the identification of the critical steps activities upstream/downstream processes etc. in product development. - Experience in developing integrated product development plans with knowledge of the key cross-functional activities and critical processes and interdependencies integral to drug development.- Strategic planning and aggregate project portfolio planning (e.g. project metrics data modeling resource projections etc.) experience is preferable but not required.- Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.- Strong analytical skills.- Computer skills including MS Office Suite and database and project management software.- Strong organizational skills required; including good time management skills.- Must be highly organized and able to work independently on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.- Must be professional dedicated and detail-oriented. - Must have the flexibility to travel.CLICK HERE TO APPLY MedImmune, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Job Title: Project Manager/Sr. Project Manager Location:  Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Status:  Full Time, Employee Job Category:  Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical