Manager, Program Management (Spatial Biology)

Location: Newark, California, United States. This is an onsite position and requires work authorization in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Salary: $115,100–$189,200 per year

Company

hirify.global develops tools that enable research in life sciences and clinical diagnostics.

What you will do

• Lead the RNAscope project portfolio and Newark-based Project Management Office.
• Oversee RUO, OEM, and IVD new product introduction projects, sustaining work, operational initiatives, process improvements, and strategic programs.
• Manage portfolio prioritization, capacity planning, risks, dependencies, milestones, and executive reporting.
• Lead cross-functional teams through product commercialization and stage-gate processes from concept through post-launch follow-up.
• Supervise and develop a small team of Project Managers through coaching, workload allocation, and performance support.
• Coordinate execution across Product Management, R&D, Operations, Quality Assurance, Commercial, and other functions.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a scientific or related field, with an understanding of spatial genomics and in-vitro diagnostics.
• At least 5 years of project management experience with complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple projects or portfolios, establishing governance, balancing priorities, and driving decisions with incomplete information.
• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, diagnostics, or medical device product development is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of quality and regulatory practices and regulated products such as GPR, ASR, or IVDR.
• Advanced project planning, risk management, facilitation, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.

Nice to have

• PMP, PgMP, or an equivalent project or program management certification.
• Experience with project management tools and product commercialization processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet, legal, and identity protection benefits are available from day one.
• 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA.
• Mentorship, training and development, tuition reimbursement, and promotional opportunities.
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, and volunteer paid time off.
• Employee resource groups, events, charity drives, and a culture focused on empowerment and innovation.