Polaris Quantum Biotech 
is a revolutionary startup that uses Quantum
Computing, AI/ML, and Computational Chemistry to design novel drug leads for multiple diseases. We are seeking to hire an ambitious, highly driven, and goal-oriented Project Manager with enthusiasm for revolutionizing drug discovery. We are a young startup located in the Research Triangle area, by joining us at this early stage you will have a chance to make a major contribution to the development of the company into a major player in the pharmaceutical market.
The ideal candidate for this position will combine strong project management with a passion for leading cross-functional teams, working with key internal partners, and driving positive outcomes in a dynamic environment. This position is within a diverse, growing organization reporting to the CEO & CTO.
Position Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Computer engineering -related discipline
• Two to five years’ experience with project and/or program management in cross-functional teams
• Experience with building, managing and articulating comprehensive, cross-functional plans across multiple knowledge domains, ideally for software engineering or chemistry.
• Ability to enable high-performing teams and encourage a productive and positive team environment
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, able to summarize and present complex information in a clear and concise manner across all levels within the company
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), preferred but Project Management Professional (PMP) or other certification equivalent a plus
Duties:
• Serve as the main point of contact for assigned program progress, objectives and timelines
• Coordinate and drive program strategy to completion across the various development phases within scope, timelines and budget
• Facilitate action follow-up and issue resolution within the matrix environment in order to achieve program deliverables
• Organize preparation of high-quality documents in collaboration with the project team for budget, governance and portfolio reviews
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and understanding of team dynamics, be able to influence, coach, and motivate teams, and create an inclusive environment
• May be responsible for developing and implementing continuous improvement and optimization initiatives to improve speed, cost, timing or effort within projects
Compensation & benefits
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Stock compensation plan
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
Interested?
Please fill out the form below or apply by email to jobs@polarisqb.com with the subject line:
“Project manager, Feb 2022”.
*Polarisqb is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
** Polarisqb will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
