Project Manager/Sr. Project Manager, SDI Research Operations

  What You Will Contribute to Altos
The Manager / Sr. Manager SDI Research Operations role is a key position in the Institute of Science, in San Diego overseeing projects and activities necessary for the effective and efficient day-to-day functioning of the Institute. This position reports to the SDI Chief of Staff.
Key Accountabilities

• Act as an advocate for and helps develop and introduce new processes, procedures, and technologies, within SDI
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage stakeholders including senior leaders across SDI on projects as assigned by the manager
• Assist in recommending, developing, and implementing new research operations processes and practices
• Partner with finance, Procurement, and others on effective external vendor management practices/processes such as contract management, invoice management, NDAs, etc.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to listen and respond with agility and resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify, design, and develop processes and practices to support research operations for the Institute of Science, in San Diego as assigned by the manager
• Facilitate and lead meetings with SDI and cross Alto's stakeholders, lead events, workshops, and meeting management ( take meeting minutes, identify action items, and meeting follow-ups)
• Support and be an advocate for a positive and productive culture at SDI
• Gather, compile and prepare reports as assigned by CSA or Institute Director
• Schedule and coordinate SDI employee meetings, seminars, and events as assigned
• Manage travel and expense reporting for Institute Director and others as assigned
• In partnership with the CSA oversees general office communications and announcements
• Effectively manage multiple priorities while supporting daily operations
• Work independently on special assignments, processing and handling of confidential documents, and other administrative duties as assigned by the manager

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of prior relevant experience OR in absence of a degree, 7+years of relevant experience are preferred
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail is critical
• Experience working in a lab environment or research Institute is a plus
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience interacting with senior leaders
• Demonstrated track record dealing well with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, and delivering measurable results
• Strong problem-solving skills – ability to assess a problem and determine an effective course of action with a sustainable solution

The salary range for this position at Project Manager level is $103,700 - $140,300.

The salary range for this position at Senior Project Manager level is $128,350 - $173,650

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