Program Manager & Scientist

The Institute for Protein Innovation (IPI)is a nonprofit research organization advancing protein science to accelerate research and improve human health. Founded in 2017 and located in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area, the Institute’s three-pronged strategy is to build protein tools, conduct related internal research and develop educational programs for the protein science and biological research communities.

With a significant endowment, IPI uniquely combines the freedom of academia with the high throughput and scale of industry to take on transformative projects. IPI has built a robust platform for discovering, developing, and distributing synthetic antibodies and other protein tools to share with the biomedical community. The Institute's deep protein expertise, collaborative spirit and research tools are powering new biomedical and therapeutic discoveries with a growing community of researchers at Harvard Medical School, Boston Children's Hospital and other institutions across Greater Boston and beyond.

Join our dynamic Antibody Characterization and Validation Team as a motivated Program Manager and Scientist. You will play a dual role, contributing directly to scientific work while managing key project deliverables. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in antibody characterization and experience in program management within a scientific research environment. This individual will be responsible for driving project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and conducting key research as part of the Antibody Characterization and Validation team.

Primary Responsibilities:

Program Management (50%):

• Lead and coordinate activities for multiple projects to meet timelines, budget, and quality objectives.
• Develop and monitor project plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and addressing any issues.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks, troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to leadership.
  
  
  

Research (50%):

• Assist in identifying antibody validation gaps in portfolio projects and in recommending outsourced or internal testing to fill the gaps.
• Contribute directly to antibody validation efforts with appropriate application testing (e.g. Western Blot, Flow Cytometry, ELISA, immunoprecipitation (IP), immunofluorescence (IF), etc.).
• Analyze data and optimize/troubleshoot experimental protocols to ensure high-quality results.
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams to ensure project goals align with scientific objectives.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (preferred) or M.S. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting, ideally within R&D or product development.
• Hands-on expertise with relevant laboratory techniques, e.g., Western blotting, cell culture, ELISA.
• Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar) and data analysis tools (e.g., GraphPad Prism, Excel).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar credential is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to impactful science.
  
  
  

If you're enthusiastic about contributing to groundbreaking antibody research and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

IPI provides competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package to support physical, mental and financial health. Highlights of benefits include:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts and a healthcare reimbursement account
• 401(k) plan with generous 6% employer match – immediately 100% vested
• Generous PTO package
• Commuter and parking reimbursement
• Career development opportunities
  
  
  

For more information, visit proteininnovation.org or follow us on social media, @ipiproteins. IPI is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit research organization and an equal-opportunity employer. The Institute celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please be advised that you will be required to provide evidence of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States. IPI will not guarantee sponsorship of foreign nationals and retains complete discretion regarding providing sponsorship to any prospective or existing employee at time of hire or at any time in the future.