We are currently looking to engage a senior Project Management leader with a strong Biotechnology / Life Sciences background who can take ownership of complex, cross-functional programs and drive them from strategy through execution.

About

Micro CRISPR

Micro CRISPR is an innovation-driven biotechnology organization focused on developing next-generation healthcare solutions through advanced science, technology and integrated R&D; capabilities.

The organization is building capabilities across advanced therapeutics, biotechnology, drug discovery, process development and commercialization , with an ambition to create a globally competitive life-sciences platform.

Website: Micro CRISPR Position Details

Location: Delhi

Function: Project Management / Program Management / R&D; / Business Operations

Industry: Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceuticals / CRDMO

Background: Biotechnology / Life Sciences background is mandatory

Proposed Designation

Senior Project Management Leader – Biotechnology & Life Sciences

Suggested Positioning

General Manager – Project Management | Director – Project Management | Director – Program Management | Head – Project Management | Senior Program Leader | Senior Director – Program Management Position Overview

Micro CRISPR is looking for a senior Project / Program Management professional with a strong Biotechnology or Life Sciences background to lead complex, multidisciplinary programs across the organization.

The role will serve as a critical link between scientific teams, R&D;, technology development, operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, commercial and senior leadership , ensuring that strategic programs are translated into clear execution plans and delivered against defined timelines, milestones and business objectives.

The successful candidate will bring together scientific understanding, project-management discipline, stakeholder leadership and business execution .

This is intended to be a strategic Project Management leadership role , rather than a conventional project-coordination position. Key Responsibilities

1.

Enterprise

Project & Program Leadership

Lead strategic biotechnology and life-sciences programs from initiation through completion.

Establish project objectives, scope, timelines, milestones and deliverables.

Develop integrated project plans across multiple functions.

Establish clear ownership, accountability and governance mechanisms.

Ensure projects remain aligned with organizational priorities.

2.

Biotechnology Program

Management

Manage projects involving biotechnology, drug development, advanced therapeutics, R&D;, process development or related life-sciences initiatives.

Understand scientific and technical dependencies sufficiently to translate them into executable project plans.

Coordinate multidisciplinary scientific and technical teams.

Track critical development milestones and identify execution risks early.

- Cross-Functional Program Management

Work closely with

R&D; | Research | Process Development | Manufacturing | Quality | Regulatory | Clinical / Preclinical | Engineering | Supply Chain | Finance | Commercial | Business Development to ensure seamless project execution.

4.

Project

Planning & Governance

Establish project governance frameworks.

Define project milestones, dependencies, deliverables and critical paths.

Conduct regular project reviews.





Establish dashboards and reporting mechanisms for senior leadership.

Ensure timely escalation of critical issues.

5.

Program Risk

Management

Identify project risks, dependencies and potential delays.

Develop mitigation and contingency plans.

Maintain project risk registers.

Establish early-warning mechanisms for critical milestones.

Escalate high-impact risks to senior leadership with explicit recommendations.

- Timeline & Milestone Management

Drive projects against agreed timelines.

Monitor critical-path activities.

Identify bottlenecks and execution gaps.

Coordinate corrective actions across functions.

Ensure timely completion of key project milestones.

- Resource & Budget Management

Work with functional leaders to identify project resource requirements.

Track project budgets and resource utilization.

Coordinate CAPEX/OPEX requirements where applicable.

Ensure resources are aligned with project priorities.

8.

Stakeholder

Management

Act as the central project-management interface across functions.

Drive alignment between technical and business stakeholders.

Manage senior-level project reviews.

Build consensus across teams with competing priorities.

Communicate complex project information clearly to leadership.

9.

External

Partner & Vendor Management

Where applicable

Coordinate with external technology partners, CROs, CDMOs, consultants and vendors.

Establish project milestones and deliverables with external partners.

Monitor partner performance.

Ensure external dependencies remain aligned with internal project timelines.

10.

Project

Reporting & Executive Communication

Develop executive-level project dashboards.

Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership.

Present project status, risks, dependencies and decisions required.

Convert complex project information into concise management insights.

- Process & Project Management Excellence

Establish standardized project-management methodologies.

Develop templates, SOPs, governance mechanisms and project-review structures.

Introduce best practices in project planning, tracking and execution.

Build a scalable Project Management Office framework where required.

12.

Organization

Building

Build project-management capabilities across the organization.

Mentor project managers and program leads.

Establish a culture of ownership, accountability and execution excellence.

Develop future project and program leadership talent.

Key Strategic

Mandates The successful leader will be expected to establish and drive:

Enterprise Project Management Framework

Biotechnology Program Governance Model

Integrated Project Planning System

Project Risk Management Framework

Executive Project Dashboard

Cross-Functional Program Review Mechanism

Milestone & Critical-Path Management System

External Partner Governance Framework

Project Resource & Budget Management

Project Management Capability Building Key Performance Indicators

Project milestone adherence

On-time project delivery

Critical-path management

Program risk reduction





Budget adherence

Resource utilization

Cross-functional execution

External partner performance

Issue-resolution cycle time

Project governance compliance

Senior leadership reporting quality

Successful completion of strategic programs Candidate Profile

We are looking for a senior Project / Program Management professional with a strong Biotechnology or Life Sciences foundation .

Mandatory Requirements

Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical background is mandatory.

Strong understanding of biotechnology R&D;, drug development, advanced therapeutics, manufacturing, process development or related scientific environments.

Demonstrated experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects.

Strong experience working across scientific, technical and business teams.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, dependencies and stakeholders.

Strong project governance and risk-management experience.

Excellent executive communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:

Biotechnology R&D;

Cell & Gene Therapy

Drug Discovery

Drug Development

Biologics

Advanced Therapeutics

Process Development

Clinical / Preclinical Programs

Manufacturing Scale-Up

CRDMO

Technology Transfer

Commercialization

Strategic R&D; Programs Educational Qualification

Bachelor's / Master's degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences or a related discipline .

MBA / PG qualification in Project Management, Operations or Business Management would be an advantage.

Leadership

Competencies

Strategic Thinking | Program Leadership | Biotechnology Understanding | Project Governance | Execution Excellence | Risk Management | Stakeholder Management | Cross-Functional Leadership | Executive Communication | Problem Solving | Decision Making | Organization Building Why Micro CRISPR?

This opportunity is designed for a senior professional who wants to move beyond project coordination into strategic program leadership .

The individual will have the opportunity to:

Lead high-impact biotechnology programs

Work directly with senior leadership

Coordinate scientific and business functions

Build project-management systems

Influence strategic execution

Create scalable project-governance frameworks

Participate in the growth of a next-generation biotechnology organization

Leadership Proposition

“From managing individual projects to building the program-management architecture for a next-generation biotechnology enterprise.” Regards,

Himanshu Ojha

Senior Manager – Human Capital

Micro CRISPR

Delhi / Vapi, Gujarat www.microcrispr.com IMPORTANT NOTE The designation/title mentioned in this JD is tentative and subject to discussion. The final designation and level will be decided after the interview process, based on the candidate's experience, expertise, leadership capability and overall fitment with Micro CRISPR. The role may ultimately be positioned as General Manager – Project Management, Director – Project Management, Director – Program Management, Head – Project Management, Senior Program Leader or Senior Director – Program Management, depending on the candidate's profile and interview assessment.

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