R&D Project Manager

An R&D Project Manager at Panther Life Sciences is responsible for overseeing project tracking and coordination across research and development efforts. Key responsibilities include monitoring the progress of product development initiatives, organizing and facilitating critical meetings, maintaining open communication with team members, developing streamlined processes, preparing presentations for updates, and assisting in strategic planning for future milestones.

To qualify for the R&D Project Manager role at Panther Life Sciences, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s degree preferred. Additionally, a minimum of 2 years of experience in a project management role within the life sciences sector is required, allowing you to effectively manage complex projects and team dynamics successfully.

The R&D Project Manager contributes significantly to product development at Panther Life Sciences by ensuring that all projects stay on track. They facilitate regular updates and reviews, coordinate efforts among team members, and communicate essential project insights to stakeholders, which in turn helps amplify our innovative processes and maintain alignment with market needs.

R&D Project Managers at Panther Life Sciences enjoy comprehensive health insurance, equity options related to their role, flexible unlimited PTO, and opportunities for both in-person company meetups and virtual events. Additionally, they will be part of a world-class team driving innovation at the epicenter of technology and healthcare.

The work culture at Panther Life Sciences is innovative, collaborative, and supportive. As an R&D Project Manager, you’ll work alongside motivated professionals in a team-oriented environment, fostering creativity and encouraging forward-thinking solutions, all while meticulously tracking progress towards life-changing health products.

When answering this question, highlight a specific project where your management skills led to success. Discuss the project scope, your role in coordinating tasks, and the outcomes achieved, such as product delivery on time or exceeding performance goals. Focus on the tools or techniques used to manage the project effectively.

In your response, emphasize your approach to task prioritization. Discuss how you assess project deadlines, allocate resources, and communicate with team members to adapt to changing circumstances. Mention any project management tools you prefer to keep track of priorities.

Highlight your preferred communication strategies, such as regular progress updates, effective meetings facilitation, and utilizing collaborative tools. Explain how these methods foster transparency and ensure everyone is aligned with project goals at Panther Life Sciences.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, such as remaining neutral, facilitating open dialogues, and finding common ground. Emphasize the importance of a cohesive team atmosphere in an R&D setting and your ability to navigate conflicts to maintain productivity.

When answering, describe a situation where the project scope shifted significantly. Talk about how you communicated with the team, realigned goals, or adjusted timelines while still achieving successful outcomes. Focus on your ability to remain flexible as an R&D Project Manager.

Mention specific tools and software you're familiar with, such as Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project. Explain how these tools contribute to your tracking and coordinating tasks effectively, helping you maintain oversight on multiple initiatives at Panther Life Sciences.

Discuss your understanding of industry regulations, quality assurance processes, and how you implement compliance checks throughout the project lifecycle. Emphasize your proactive approach to ensuring all aspects meet necessary standards.

Share what inspires you, be it the potential to impact public health, the thrill of innovative product development, or helping teams succeed. Align your motivations with Panther Life Sciences’ mission to drive health advancements through technology and research.

Explain your forward-thinking approach to timeline management, such as establishing realistic deadlines, breaking tasks into manageable segments, and regular review sessions with the team. Highlight your ability to anticipate obstacles and develop contingency plans.

Describe your involvement in strategic planning, including how you assist in aligning project goals with broader company objectives. Discuss your experience in participatory planning discussions, tailoring strategies to meet Panther Life Sciences' innovative direction and milestones.