Scientific Project Manager
About The Position
Spatial Front, Inc. (SFI), a two-time USAToday Top Workplaces awardee and Washington Top Workplaces honoree, is seeking a Scientific Project Manager to support a high-visibility federal program focused on the deployment and testing of automated systems for induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture. This role combines project management and hands-on scientific work, making it ideal for candidates with both technical lab experience and strong organizational skills. This position will play a key role in validating automated cell culture systems, analyzing system-generated data, and supporting collaborative research initiatives. Location: Hybrid: 3–5 days per week on-site in Laurel, MD
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (required)
- 2–3 years of relevant experience
- Hands-on experience with biology and cell culture techniques
- Experience in scientific evaluation and data analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work onsite 3–5 days per week in Laurel, MD
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree (MS/MA) in a related field
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Exposure to automated laboratory systems or data analytics tools
Responsibilities
- Manage projects through the full lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout)
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables
- Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs
- Develop and manage reports, presentations, and project artifacts
- Support deployment and validation of automated iPSC cell culture systems
- Perform hands-on cell culture (2D, 3D, and automated systems)
- Conduct cell characterization and analyze system performance data
- Identify trends, inconsistencies, and gaps in validation data
- Coordinate with scientific and technical subject matter experts (SMEs)
- Participate in research teams, planning groups, and study sessions
- Contribute to the preparation of reports, publications, and technical documentation
- Schedule and coordinate meetings and project activities
- Capture and distribute meeting minutes and action items
- Provide general administrative and project support to leadership and FDA staff
Benefits
- SFI offers a comprehensive benefits package. Details available at SFI Careers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
