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IT / Software / Data Analyst
Project Manager USA
IT / Software / Data Analyst
#51823
Remote / WFH
EMD-Merck US
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our Innovation Project and Portfolio Management team within Process Solutions. In this role, you will lead cross-functional teams through stage-gate product development, from concept to commercialization, ensuring delivery against time, quality, and cost objectives. You will drive stakeholder alignment and maintain clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing and executing integrated project plans across design, development, validation, and launch phases
Driving milestone progression and gate readiness in alignment with Product Development Processes
Establishing roles, governance, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation
Managing scope, risks, and changes, including mitigation and contingency planning
Applying structured planning with iterative execution within development phases
Providing regular status updates and insights to support data-driven decisions
Fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment focused on delivery and continuous improvement
The position is based in St Louis (MO) or Bedford (MA).
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of experience working in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, business, or a similar field
3+ years of experience managing projects using formal project management training
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, business, or a related field
PMP certification
Experience applying structured planning alongside iterative execution within development phases
Experience managing project scope, timelines, risks, and changes to deliver against defined objectives.
Experience leading cross-functional product development projects within a structured stage-gate framework
Ability and willingness to work in a global cross-functional project environment.
Growth mindset with agile thinking, enabling adaptability, continuous learning, and effective decision-making in evolving environments.
Experience managing stakeholders, governance processes, and project reporting according to organizational requirements.
Leadership in fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment that promotes psychological safety and engagement.
Ability to prepare and deliver executive-level updates and management reviews
Experience managing external partners and suppliers
Pay Range for this position: $78,400-$117,600 per year
Key Responsibilities:
Developing and executing integrated project plans across design, development, validation, and launch phases
Driving milestone progression and gate readiness in alignment with Product Development Processes
Establishing roles, governance, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation
Managing scope, risks, and changes, including mitigation and contingency planning
Applying structured planning with iterative execution within development phases
Providing regular status updates and insights to support data-driven decisions
Fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment focused on delivery and continuous improvement
The position is based in St Louis (MO) or Bedford (MA).
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
3+ years of experience working in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, business, or a similar field
3+ years of experience managing projects using formal project management training
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, business, or a related field
PMP certification
Experience applying structured planning alongside iterative execution within development phases
Experience managing project scope, timelines, risks, and changes to deliver against defined objectives.
Experience leading cross-functional product development projects within a structured stage-gate framework
Ability and willingness to work in a global cross-functional project environment.
Growth mindset with agile thinking, enabling adaptability, continuous learning, and effective decision-making in evolving environments.
Experience managing stakeholders, governance processes, and project reporting according to organizational requirements.
Leadership in fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment that promotes psychological safety and engagement.
Ability to prepare and deliver executive-level updates and management reviews
Experience managing external partners and suppliers
Pay Range for this position: $78,400-$117,600 per year
