Qualification Required And Experience: Research based Masters in a scientific discipline. 3 years project management experience in translational research environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively between both scientific and non-scientific staff. Excellent communication (oral and written), computer, organizational and time management skills. Highly motivated and team player with ability to work independently when required. Advantages: Knowledge of scientific disciplines aligned to drug discovery (chemistry/pharmacology/biology etc.) would be an advantage. Advanced planning and tracking skills, ability to use proper tools in project management and capable
of managing programs with respect to priorities. Responsibilities: Project management and planning: Together with the project teams, be responsible for the generation and maintenance of the integrated project goals and platform goals for all DIG/GC-ADDA scientific activities. Coordinate project review meetings, including the annual scientific management and advisory board meeting (SMAB) and the quarterly Research Management Team (RMT) meetings. Research Operations: Planning scientific exchange visits. Program planning for symposiums, advisory board meetings and face-to-face meetings with collaborators. Assessing daily challenges/bottlenecks in DIG/GC-ADDA workflows. Champion and maintain use of DIG/GC-ADDA SharePoint and CDD Vaults for knowledge management. Monitoring and Evaluation: Milestone/progress tracking of key projects. Coordination of monthly scientific reports. Assessment of effectiveness of solutions/processes. Facilitation of project close out sessions to capture learning.