Are you someone who excels with collaboration, communication, and attention to detail? Are you looking to propel your career as a Project Manager within the life science industry? If so, we want to hear from you!

Taconic Biosciences is seeking a Project Manager to join our dedicated team in this hybrid position. This role will be based in the continental U.S. and work primarily remote (90%) with ad hoc needs to visit the Taconic site (10%). Working hours will be in eastern standard time.

The Starting Pay: $58,000, based on experience. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

What we offer:

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 7 additional holidays
• Annual Bonus Program
• Work life balance
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short and long term disability and life insurance

What does it mean to be a Taconic Project Manager?

Taconic employs an international team of Project Managers positioned at the center of the relationship between Taconic’s portfolio of capabilities and clients ranging from tier A1 pharmaceutical companies to leading academic research institutions. The Project Manager works as part of a client management team and at the lead of the project team. They are directly responsible for managing each projects execution in terms of timeline, scope (project specifications/quality) and budget all while ensuring all stakeholders (both internal and external) are fully apprised of all potential and real outcomes in each project.

A successful candidate might be someone who:

• Has experience working in direct customer service setting.
• Has experience in management or supervisory retail or food service positions
• Has experience in balancing work and school responsibilities in tandem
• Hands on: Isn’t afraid to jump into the weeds and start working
• Has a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent military or similar training) with coursework in Math, Biology, or other hard sciences
• Has worked with animals, in vivo, research or in a lab (as a team leader or supervisor is a plus!)
• Doesn’t shy away from the need use your judgement, manage risks and make decisions
• Will take ownership situations at hand and get things done.
• Doesn’t just check the box, but creates the check list
• Enjoys learning and strategic thinking
• Enjoys being part of a team and at times the leader of the team
• Is comfortable being a team captain and directing work to various team members (or perhaps you don’t enjoy this but are always selected by your peers!)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent military or civilian training or experience
• Technical/managerial experience working with animals, research, in vivo or in a lab preferable
• Supervisory or Team Leader experience desired
• Certifications sought: PMP, Prince2, LAT or LATg

About Us:

With a history of over 65 years of excellence, Taconic Biosciences is a global team of the best problem solvers in the industry. We partner with our clients to develop winning research strategies that accelerate the discoveries for prevention and treatment of disease.

Taconic employees all over the world show up every day to deliver the best solutions for our clients while caring for ourselves, each other, and especially our animals. If you are a respectful, compassionate individual with a can-do attitude and a desire to do the right thing, we want you to join us!

Better Together at Taconic

Inclusion, Diversity, Awareness & Action. Taconic Biosciences is taking an active and intentional role in creating a company culture that encourages and appreciates the uniqueness in all people. Being you is what allows you to bring your best self to work. We are committed to ensuring that Taconic is a safe and fair workplace for everyone because it’s our differences that make us stronger. We are better together.

Taconic Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

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