Programme Manager - Longevity R&D

Job Description

Emles BioVentures is a cutting-edge scientific research organisation committed to accelerating and supporting innovative approaches that have the potential to significantly improve human HealthSpan and longevity. Our mission is to push the boundaries of science to uncover groundbreaking discoveries that can transform how we and enhance our overall well-being. We are passionate about driving the health revolution through rigorous science, pioneering research, and the application of the latest advancements in biotechnology and medical science.

At Emles BioVentures, we believe that extending the healthy years of life is not just a possibility but an imminent reality. Our dedicated team of scientists, researchers, and experts work tirelessly to explore the mechanisms of aging, identify novel interventions, and develop strategies that promote a longer, healthier life. We are committed to translating scientific research into real-world applications, ensuring that our findings have a tangible impact on human health and longevity.

Join us in our passionate pursuit to revolutionize health and extend the vibrant years of life. By being part of Emles BioVentures, you will contribute to a future where aging is redefined, and longevity becomes achievable for all.

Role Overview

The Programme Manager opportunity is an excellent chance to join a company at the beginning of our journey. You will be joining a team pioneering research into ageing and how we can increase our healthspan. This is an impactful position that will be influential across the company because it holds the responsibility for tracking, coordinating and delivery of diverse programmes. These programmes cover the entire range of scientific areas we are investigating as well as specific Medicine 3.0 programmes. We are a truly cutting edge eco system using your vision to enable EMLES Bioventures to achieve our potential.

We are seeking a Programme Manager who has experience of managing R&D programmes within the Biotech or Pharma sectors. This is a dynamic role where you will have the freedom to deliver as you see fit, introduce innovation, and novel processes where necessary. Plus, have the opportunity to directly contribute to the success of cutting edge research programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the relevant team members to track all programmes that are at differing stages and at varying levels of complexity.
• Design, implement and maintain robust systems for comprehensive progress tracking and reporting frameworks for all programmes.
• Capture and track all potential future projects, ensuring their in strategic discussions.
• Maintain a comprehensive pipeline of prospective projects, raising them for strategic review.
• Develop & implement the system to track and report the progress of projects against defined plans.
• Identify & highlight project risks to develop strategies to mitigate these through contingency planning with the Scientific Directors.
• Collaborate with Scientific Directors to develop and implement strategies that keep projects on schedule.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and evolution of research programmes
• Ownership of assigned actions in support of Scientific Directors.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Capture all key decisions and keep an action tracker that is proactively managed.

Essential criteria

• Bachelor's degree (BSc) or higher in a relevant life science discipline.
• Proven experience within the Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical sectors.
• Demonstrable success in managing R&D programmes.
• Experience in the management of project / programme management systems
• Experience in the reporting and tracking of diverse projects.
• Experience contributing to the strategic direction of projects and novel solutions to challenges faced.
• Adept at coordinating and managing complex multi-party programmes with diverse partners.
• Ability to deliver high quality work in a fast moving, innovative and progressive environment.

Highly Desirable (Advantageous but not essential):

• Experience in specific research areas such as Microbiome, Neurology, Ageing, or Longevity.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced startup or small company environment.
• Experience in the design and implementation of project management systems, reporting, dashboards etc.

What We Offer

• A flexible and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Being at the forefront of the cutting-edge longevity research.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate with leading researchers and industry experts.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful projects that have the potential to impact human health and longevity.