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Abbott

Senior Program Manager, Product Development

Abbott

. Organize and execute programs supporting the product development pipeline .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLa Jolla • California • United StatesSenior💰 $114,000 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise, including risk management, change management, and strategic planning within the context of in vitro diagnostic product development. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale projects while adhering to ISO 13485 standards and 21 CFR 820 regulations.

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Project Management ExperienceRisk ManagementISO 13485 ComplianceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyPMI Certification

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Hard Skills
Project ManagementData AnalysisBudget DevelopmentSchedule DevelopmentRisk Management PlanningChange ManagementStrategic PlanningIn Vitro Diagnostic Product DevelopmentDesign Control ProcessesMetrics Tracking
Soft Skills
LeadershipCoachingNegotiationConflict MitigationCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Project Management SoftwareMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointSmartsheet
Certifications & Qualifications
Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification
Industry Keywords
Molecular BiologyBiochemistryEngineeringQuality Management SystemMatrix ManagementBiological Systems IntegrationAutomation21 CFR 820 RegulationsISO 13485 Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Organize and execute programs supporting the product development pipeline
  • Lead programs toward successful completion with project/program management rigor and consistency
  • Lead and coach multiple efforts and teams
  • Apply project management methodologies and best practices
  • Define strategy and requirements with business stakeholders
  • Develop schedules, budgets, and risk management plans
  • Maintain program metrics and communicate progress to key stakeholders
  • Make critical decisions using data analysis, experience, and judgment
  • Formulate, organize, and monitor interconnected projects and cross-project activities
  • Develop and mentor program and project team members
  • Influence, negotiate, mitigate conflict, and build relationships
  • Partner with cross-functional teams while managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Facilitate objectives, key performance indicators, and results tracking
  • Collaborate with management to escalate staffing issues and critical risks
  • Support and comply with company Quality Management System policies and procedures
  • Uphold company mission and values

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years of broad-based project management experience, including tracking and reporting for a large project portfolio
  • 5+ years managing and leading large-impact, large-budget, high-risk, and critical projects
  • 5+ years using Project Management software
  • 3+ years managing design control processes compliant with ISO 13485 standards and 21 CFR 820 regulations
  • Demonstrated success in risk management, change management, and strategic planning
  • Demonstrated ability to manage the in vitro diagnostic product development process
  • Demonstrated ability to balance cost, quality, and schedule constraints while escalating issues
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Project, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
  • Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodation
  • Preferred: Advanced Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field
  • Preferred: Experience in matrix management organizations
  • Preferred: Experience integrating biological systems with automation and software applications
  • Preferred: Project Management Institute (PMI) certification
  • Preferred: Experience with Smartsheet
  • Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple competing priorities
  • Ability to work in a matrix management organization
  • Ability to travel 10% of working time, potentially including overnight/weekend travel
  • Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Career development with an international company
  • Free medical coverage eligibility through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
  • Excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Freedom 2 Save student debt program
  • FreeU education benefit toward a bachelor’s degree
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity