Program Manager, Portfolio Engagements

About Foresite Labs

Foresite Labs is a translational R&D team that derives insights from precision measurement and population-scale biology and genetics to address unmet clinical needs. We use human genetics to systematically dissect and understand human disease biology and develop and critically evaluate therapeutic hypotheses. We engage in translational research, transforming basic insights into therapeutic opportunities. Our work supports drug discovery and company formation, and provides the core around which new ideas are realized and incubated. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, a flexible work environment, and the opportunity to learn from top thinkers in various disciplines. Foresite Labs is headquartered in San Francisco and Boston. 

Responsibilities

• Independently ensure effective, accurate, appropriate and timely communication between Foresite Labs and assigned portfolio companies
• Act as the point of contact for assigned companies and project teams engaging technical services, monitoring progress and maintaining alignment with the agreed goals, timelines, deliverables, and budgets
• Provide periodic updates on project progress to the Product team and internal stakeholders
• Support and optimize processes (templates, methodologies, and tracking tools) that facilitate scaling of collaborative activities and work products
• Work closely with cross-functional team members to triage incoming requests, monitor activity, and identify emerging themes for technical infrastructure and genetics projects across our portfolio companies
• Maintain knowledge of existing and emerging technical services for portfolio companies

Required qualifications

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in biology, bioinformatics or a related field
• 3 or more years of experience working within and/or coordinating collaborative research in the life sciences field
• Proficiency in Microsoft & Google Suite
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment while executing across multiple projects

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Project Management tools (e.g. Smartsheet) and project budgets a plus

Salary range: $84k-111k

Foresite is an equal opportunity company. We thrive on diversity and collaboration.