Program Manager (mRNA LNP, Drug Product CMC/Development)

Aldevron, a Danaher operating company, provides CDMO services that accelerate the development of therapies in genomic medicine. The Program Manager will manage mRNA programs, overseeing client-facing project execution, team alignment, governance, capacity forecasting, business development support, and continuous improvement within the RNA business unit.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Program and Project Execution: Oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of standardized programs and projects across client accounts, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and KPIs
• Cultivate Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients at all levels, effectively managing conflict and fostering long-term partnerships through proactive communication and collaboration
• Internal Team Alignment and Development: Serve as the primary liaison for internal project teams, mentoring team members and ensure high-quality client service
• Ensure Operational Excellence and Governance: Maintain program governance structures, track project metrics, forecast capacity, and provide regular updates to leadership on project status, risks, and opportunities
• Support Business Growth and Continuous Improvement: Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposal development, contract renewals, and account strategy, while leading initiatives that drive continuous improvement and organizational growth

Requirements:

• B.S. or B.A. required
• Experience managing projects and contracts in a regulated biotechnology, pharmaceutical, technology-driven related field required
• mRNA LNP Drug Product experience and industry understanding
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to forecast risks and implement sustainable solutions
• Ability to travel – 25% of the time, On-site Fargo, ND location or client location visits
• Advanced degree in scientific field strongly preferred (e.g. molecular biology, biology, biotechnology, biochemistry)
• 5+ years of experience in a client-facing role as a project, program, within the life sciences, with preference for 3+ years in a CDMO environment