Project Manager — Proteostasis Project

Job overview

The Project Manager — Proteostasis Project role is onsite in Novato, CA. The anticipated annual salary range is $120,000–$165,000. The role supports the Buck Institute’s leadership of a multi-participant proteostasis project and reports into Technology Transfer and Business Development. The project manager coordinates reporting, compliance, meetings, invention disclosures, and communication among the Buck lead Principal Investigator, scientists, funder, and project partners. This coordination keeps project obligations, milestones, and deliverables on track; the role does not process payments or execute agreements.

What you'll do

• Coordinate and submit technical and financial status reports, milestone packages, and required project documentation
• maintain a compliance calendar and consolidated project file
• organize meetings, agendas, presentations, site visits, and action-item tracking
• work with scientists to identify and report potential inventions
• coordinate invention disclosures and related training
• liaise with project members and institutional staff
• track compliance requirements and flag risks
• provide status reports to leadership and collaborate with Finance, Business Development, Compliance, and scientists.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project manager

proteostasis project

scientific program management

research coordination

technology transfer

business development

novato ca

buck institute

$120k–$165k

project reporting

compliance tracking

invention disclosure

research collaboration

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.

Why this role

Supports a multi-institution scientific project; PhD in a relevant scientific field is sought, with an MS plus substantial relevant experience or significant research-program management experience considered; PMP or CRA is an add but not required.

About the employer

Buck Institute is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.