WVU Medicine
Innovation Project Manager- RNI Accelerator
WVU Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
Innovation Project Manager- RNI Accelerator
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WVU Medicine Welcome! Were excited youre considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, youll find other important information about this position.
The Innovation Project Manager provides project leadership and coordination for initiatives under the WVU Medicine innovation incubator, RNI Accelerator LLC (RNI-A). The role supports the development, commercialization, and launch of new technologies, products, and services that originate from the incubator. The Project Manager will coordinate across internal departments, inventors, legal (IP/patent), clinical teams, and external partners to drive innovation projects from early-stage development through clinical testing, regulatory approval, and market launch.
This role will help ensure that RNI-A projects are effectively planned, resourced, and executed in alignment with WVU Medicines innovation and commercialization strategy.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR LICENSURE:
Bachelors degree in a related field.
OR
High School Diploma/equivalent with four (4) years of relevant experience in project management, innovation, commercialization, or product development.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Certification (PMP, Lean/Six Sigma)
Experience
Experience with medical technology, digital health, software, or life sciences commercialization or marketing.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
Lead project planning and management for assigned RNI-A innovation initiatives. Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. Maintain project work plans and tracking tools to monitor milestones and deliverables. Coordinate project activities with internal teams and external partners. Track progress, manage risks and issues, and escalate concerns as needed. Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure effective communication across stakeholders. Support alignment of project goals with regulatory requirements, IP strategies, and commercialization plans. Serve as the primary project liaison with clinical teams, inventors, legal counsel, and other partners. Coordinate with external stakeholders including vendors, investors, and regulatory agencies. Support preparation of project updates and reporting for RNI-A leadership. Maintain clear documentation of project progress and communications. Support grant applications, market research, and other documentation as needed. Contribute to continuous improvement of RNI-A project management processes. Assist with onboarding new partners and external collaborators as projects evolve. Maintain a flexible and collaborative approach to support the evolving needs of the incubator.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting, walking, standing, and use of computer equipment.
Ability to travel as required for project needs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Standard office environment. Periodic driving and travel to various WVU Medicine hospitals and clinics across West Virginia and surrounding states.
Skills And Abilities
Strong project planning, coordination, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Understanding of innovation processes, IP/patents, regulatory requirements, and commercialization strategies. Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar), MS Office, and collaboration platforms. Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Ability to work well under high stress conditions and in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Ability to work independently or cooperatively as a team member. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple concurrent projects. Ability to travel domestically and be onsite in Morgantown regularly.
Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Shift:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company
SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System
Cost Center
500 SYSTEM Administration
Address
781 Chestnut Ridge Road
Morgantown
West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Innovation Project Manager- RNI Accelerator
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WVU Medicine Welcome! Were excited youre considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, youll find other important information about this position.
The Innovation Project Manager provides project leadership and coordination for initiatives under the WVU Medicine innovation incubator, RNI Accelerator LLC (RNI-A). The role supports the development, commercialization, and launch of new technologies, products, and services that originate from the incubator. The Project Manager will coordinate across internal departments, inventors, legal (IP/patent), clinical teams, and external partners to drive innovation projects from early-stage development through clinical testing, regulatory approval, and market launch.
This role will help ensure that RNI-A projects are effectively planned, resourced, and executed in alignment with WVU Medicines innovation and commercialization strategy.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR LICENSURE:
Bachelors degree in a related field.
OR
High School Diploma/equivalent with four (4) years of relevant experience in project management, innovation, commercialization, or product development.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Certification (PMP, Lean/Six Sigma)
Experience
Experience with medical technology, digital health, software, or life sciences commercialization or marketing.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
Lead project planning and management for assigned RNI-A innovation initiatives. Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans. Maintain project work plans and tracking tools to monitor milestones and deliverables. Coordinate project activities with internal teams and external partners. Track progress, manage risks and issues, and escalate concerns as needed. Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure effective communication across stakeholders. Support alignment of project goals with regulatory requirements, IP strategies, and commercialization plans. Serve as the primary project liaison with clinical teams, inventors, legal counsel, and other partners. Coordinate with external stakeholders including vendors, investors, and regulatory agencies. Support preparation of project updates and reporting for RNI-A leadership. Maintain clear documentation of project progress and communications. Support grant applications, market research, and other documentation as needed. Contribute to continuous improvement of RNI-A project management processes. Assist with onboarding new partners and external collaborators as projects evolve. Maintain a flexible and collaborative approach to support the evolving needs of the incubator.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting, walking, standing, and use of computer equipment.
Ability to travel as required for project needs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Standard office environment. Periodic driving and travel to various WVU Medicine hospitals and clinics across West Virginia and surrounding states.
Skills And Abilities
Strong project planning, coordination, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Understanding of innovation processes, IP/patents, regulatory requirements, and commercialization strategies. Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar), MS Office, and collaboration platforms. Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Ability to work well under high stress conditions and in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Ability to work independently or cooperatively as a team member. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple concurrent projects. Ability to travel domestically and be onsite in Morgantown regularly.
Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Shift:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company
SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System
Cost Center
500 SYSTEM Administration
Address
781 Chestnut Ridge Road
Morgantown
West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology Industries
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Morgantown, WV . Roadway Engineers (all levels EI, P.E., Sr-level P.E./PM)
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