Scientific Project Manager
(ID: 2025-0631)
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Axle is seeking a Scientific Project Manager to join our Program Coordination Team in support of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) initiative to advance standardized organoid model development. This initiative aims to expedite the use of organoid models in biomedical research and human health.
Benefits We Offer:
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401K match up to 5%
- Educational Benefits for Career Growth
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Overview:
The Scientific Project Manager will contribute to both the initial setup and ongoing execution of the scientific and quality objectives established for the Coordinating Center. The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player who is professional, organized, and enthusiastic about contributing to this groundbreaking initiative. In addition to coordinating project activities, the role will involve organizing and facilitating meetings with scientific leaders, guiding the validation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and supporting project planning, reporting, and documentation of Data Repository requirements. The Scientific Project Manager will play a central role in scientific and operational coordination to advance standardized organoid model development.
Responsibilities:
- Planning, organizing, and facilitating meetings with scientific leaders and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of program goals and fostering collaborative decision-making.
- Developing project plans and tracking progress, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables, to ensure successful execution of program objectives.
- Guiding SOP validation processes, including the design of validation strategies, collection of stakeholder input, and documentation of outcomes to ensure robustness and reproducibility. Developing reports, presentations, and documentation, including tracking and reporting on Data Repository requirements to ensure compliance with NIH data sharing expectations.
- Defining, documenting, and coordinating Data Repository needs, including standards for data submission, quality control, and metadata requirements.
- Developing and implementing standardized processes for the biospecimen lifecycle, ensuring adherence to scientific and regulatory best practices.
- Leading SOP development, review, and governance, including version control, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
- Monitoring project risk management strategies and ensuring timely resolution of barriers.
- Ensuring compliance with consent and regulatory requirements, while facilitating adherence across collaborating sites.
- Coordinating data analysis and integration efforts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of program outcomes.
- Adapting to evolving responsibilities as the project progresses, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to learning new skills.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (Ph.D.) in genetics, cell biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years of experience managing projects involving clinical data and biospecimens.
- Demonstrated expertise in scientific program management, including SOP or quality system development, implementation, and validation.
- Proven ability to develop project plans, reports, and documentation of Data Repository requirements in alignment with NIH expectations.
- Strong scientific communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead meetings involving senior scientific stakeholders.
- Ability to track budgets and financial information in support of program administration.
- Experience drafting statements of work, negotiating subcontracts, and collaborating with subcontract specialists.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with organoid systems, tissue engineering, or related biological models.
- Prior involvement in large-scale, multi-institutional collaborative research projects.
- Familiarity with NIH data sharing policies, repository submission requirements, and compliance frameworks.
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
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Salary Range
$120,000 - $140,000 USD
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