Senior Project Manager – Instrument Development

Lead the development of technologies that advance human health

At Biotage, we develop innovative technologies that support scientists around the world in drug discovery, analytical testing, and life science research. To strengthen our Product Development organization in Uppsala, we are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who is passionate about leading complex instrument development projects from concept to product launch.

This is an opportunity for a senior project leader who enjoys working close to technology, collaborating with highly skilled cross-functional teams, and driving projects that combine hardware, software, mechanics and systems engineering.

Your role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading cross-functional product development projects within our instrument portfolio. You will work closely with R&D, Product Management, Quality, Operations and other key stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

You will:

• Lead complex instrument development projects throughout the entire product development lifecycle.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams covering hardware, software, test and verification, mechanics, electronics and systems engineering.

• Drive project planning, execution, risk management and resource coordination.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.

• Facilitate communication and decision-making across functions and with senior management.

• Contribute to continuously improving project management practices and development processes.

We are looking for someone who has

• At least 10 years of experience leading complex product development projects.

• Proven experience managing instrument development projects within Life Science, MedTech or other regulated technology industries.

• A solid technical understanding of both hardware and software development.

• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A structured and pragmatic approach with the ability to create engagement and momentum.

• A university degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Formal Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) is an advantage.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Experience working in regulated environments such as ISO 13485 or similar quality systems is highly valued.

Why Biotage?

At Biotage, you'll become part of a global Life Science company where innovation, collaboration and quality are at the heart of everything we do. You will work with talented colleagues in an international environment, contribute to technologies that make a real difference, and have the opportunity to influence both products and ways of working.

The position is based at our headquarters in Uppsala, Sweden, with an expectation of being on-site several days per week.

Ready to lead the next generation of instrument development?

We look forward to hearing from you.

About Biotage

Biotage is a global supplier and solutions partner to a wide range of customers within drug discovery and development and analytical testing. With strong expertise in separation and purification technologies, and a focus on leveraging intelligent workflow solutions, we aim to efficiently support
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