Broad Institute
Description & Requirements
Project Manager 1 - Sentinel Diagnostics
The Diagnostics Project Manager will support the planning, coordination, and execution of diagnostic research and implementation activities within the Sentinel Program and Sabeti Lab. Working closely with scientific teams, country leads, and program staff, the role ensures that diagnostic projects are scientifically rigorous, operationally feasible, and aligned with program priorities and country needs. The position plays a central role in managing research workflows, coordinating assay development and validation efforts, and driving standardization and efficiency across diagnostic technologies and partners.
Reporting to the Sentinel Program Manager and collaborating closely with scientific, technical, and country leads, the ideal candidate brings a strong background in research and development along with the organizational and strategic skills needed to manage complex, multi-partner diagnostic efforts. This role requires hands-on engagement with scientific processes and operational systems, with a primary focus on project management, coordination, and scientific validation rather than direct bench work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project management & country implementation
Serve as the project manager for Sentinel detect implementation across several countries.
Coordinate activities, timelines, and deliverables across international teams, ensuring alignment with program goals and efficient execution.
Ensure appropriate communication with project stakeholders regarding timelines and status, deadlines, data requirements, reporting, logistics and all other project-related issues
Facilitate project meetings to align the team around goals and communicate blocking issues
Verify that projects and activities adhere to institutional guidelines with regards to safety and regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain systems to monitor budgets, reporting requirements, and monitoring and evaluation metrics
Draft and coordinate competitive grant applications, including developing narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation
Research & development management
Leverage an R&D background to manage research workflows and drive standardization and operational efficiency across projects
Jointly lead operational optimization efforts, including development of tools, and ensure protocols and assay components are standardized across partners and countries
Work closely with the scientific team and Sentinel program teams to support ongoing diagnostic projects focused around viral diagnostics
Willingness to travel internationally (~25%) to support partner needs and field work
Required Qualifications
BS with 5+ years of related experience OR Master's with 2+ years of related experience OR PhD with 0+ years of related experience
Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related field
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder scientific or technical projects
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in diagnostics, viral genomics, and/or public health
Familiarity with regulatory and/or manufacturing landscapes
Strong ability to drive standardization and operational efficiency across distributed teams
The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law.
At Broad, your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits.
The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.
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Reporting to the Sentinel Program Manager and collaborating closely with scientific, technical, and country leads, the ideal candidate brings a strong background in research and development along with the organizational and strategic skills needed to manage complex, multi-partner diagnostic efforts. This role requires hands-on engagement with scientific processes and operational systems, with a primary focus on project management, coordination, and scientific validation rather than direct bench work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project management & country implementation
Serve as the project manager for Sentinel detect implementation across several countries.
Coordinate activities, timelines, and deliverables across international teams, ensuring alignment with program goals and efficient execution.
Ensure appropriate communication with project stakeholders regarding timelines and status, deadlines, data requirements, reporting, logistics and all other project-related issues
Facilitate project meetings to align the team around goals and communicate blocking issues
Verify that projects and activities adhere to institutional guidelines with regards to safety and regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain systems to monitor budgets, reporting requirements, and monitoring and evaluation metrics
Draft and coordinate competitive grant applications, including developing narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation
Research & development management
Leverage an R&D background to manage research workflows and drive standardization and operational efficiency across projects
Jointly lead operational optimization efforts, including development of tools, and ensure protocols and assay components are standardized across partners and countries
Work closely with the scientific team and Sentinel program teams to support ongoing diagnostic projects focused around viral diagnostics
Willingness to travel internationally (~25%) to support partner needs and field work
Required Qualifications
BS with 5+ years of related experience OR Master's with 2+ years of related experience OR PhD with 0+ years of related experience
Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related field
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder scientific or technical projects
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in diagnostics, viral genomics, and/or public health
Familiarity with regulatory and/or manufacturing landscapes
Strong ability to drive standardization and operational efficiency across distributed teams
The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law.
At Broad, your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits.
The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.
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