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NSF · 7 hours ago

Senior Project Manager - Contract Research and Product Development

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

NSF is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Contract Research and Product Development who leads contracted R&D projects from contract development through execution and delivery. This role serves as the central point of accountability for translating client objectives into compliant project scopes and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery.

Food and BeveragePublic SafetyTraining

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end execution of research and product development projects, including scope definition, timelines, milestones, resource coordination, and deliverables

Serve as the central point of accountability for project performance, ensuring deliverables meet scientific rigor, client expectations are met, and internal operational standards are efficient and adhered to

Facilitate communication amongst cross-functional teams of experts, including Research and Product Development Scientists, Analytical scientists, operations personnel, quality managers, and technicians, to ensure alignment of scientific capabilities with project scope

Track project progress, resolve issues proactively, and communicate updates to stakeholders and clients

Support continuous improvement by identifying process bottlenecks, risks, and efficiency opportunities within project workflows

Act as the primary point of contact for clients engaging in specialized services, ensuring a seamless, transparent, and high-quality experience throughout project execution

Develop a deep understanding of client goals and needs and track project outcomes to inform service optimization

Educate and support clients as they interpret scientific data and make recommendations for continued services

Foster long-term client trust by delivering reliable service, anticipating needs, and providing thoughtful, science-driven insights derived from cross-discipline experts within the company

Serve as the author of proposals, SoWs and Contracts, ensuring project scope, methodologies, and deliverables are technically accurate and clearly defined

Develop and document scientific research, strategies, justifications, and technical approaches aligned with client objectives

Ensure all contracted work adheres to applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and internal scientific policies

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop contracts for specialized scientific services

Align pricing with scientific effort, resource requirements, and operational complexity

Ensure contract terms accurately reflect project timelines, responsibilities, and service expectations

Enable smooth transitions from contract execution to project delivery through clear documentation and cross-functional alignment

Qualification

Scientific Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementProject Planning & ExecutionScientific & Technical AcumenRegulatory ComplianceCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, or related field)

3-7 years of experience in scientific project management, client services, business development, or analytical laboratory operations

Experience supporting scientific testing, certification, product development, or regulatory compliance programs

Proven ability to translate technical content into clear business value and client recommendations

Strong project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

Excellent communication, writing, and client relationship-building skills

Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate scientific information with credibility

High adaptability, collaborative working style, and problem-solving orientation

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Willingness to travel to client sites or industry events as needed

Preferred

Scientific & Technical Acumen (preferably within the food, beverage, dietary supplements industries)

Project Planning & Execution

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Commercial Awareness

Communication & Influence

Problem Solving & Innovation

Adaptability & Resilience

Company

NSF

Glassdoor2.7

Founded in 1944, NSF is committed to protecting and improving human health and the environment on a global scale.

Founded in 1944

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nsf.org

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