Research and Development Project Manager (Philadelphia)

Job Title: R&D Project Management Planner Brief Description: The R&D Project Planner works under the direction of Project Management Leads (PMLs) or R&D PMs, providing day-to-day project planning to support timely execution of project goals and maintain accurate reporting information. Essential Functions: Support PML or R&D PM in generating and updating day-to-day project plans, interacting with cross-functional teams to understand activities and interdependencies. Gather updates from teams to monitor progress, with focus on critical path activities, and promptly alert PML/R&D PM for resolution. Create and maintain standard Gantt charts for team review, following project management conventions. Generate scenario options ahead of project meetings, occasionally at short notice or during live discussions. Present detailed planning knowledge in meetings, advising teams on interdependencies and impacts on critical milestones. Ensure the corporate planning system is maintained accurately to support downstream portfolio reporting and resource forecasting. Serve as a scheduling ‘super user’ for the Project Management team. Provide planning support for multiple project teams.

Interact with business support functions to maintain system compliance, facilitate updates, improvements, and user training. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong team player Experience with corporate project planning systems Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, leveraging appropriate tools Curious and inquisitive mindset, confident to ask questions Excellent technical aptitude and computer skills Interest or experience in the drug development process and project management Working knowledge of planning applications (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planisware) Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills