Senior Project Manager - RandD Data/IT

Senior Project Manager - RandD Data/IT manages and oversees the portfolio of IT, analytics and connectivity commercial solutions. These solutions are the cornerstones of bioMerieux's Data and IT ambitions : enabling customers to increase productivity, selling value added services and contributing to the company Antimicrobial resistance strategy. Job descriptionProject Manager - RandD Data/IT manages complex projects related to product development. Managing a project includes drafting/organizing documentation, overseeing the design history file, running a weekly meeting, prioritizing projects and goals, regularly updating timelines to track goals and milestones, facilitating stakeholder communication, guiding the team through the change management process, and other relevant tasks. PL I should have an intermediate knowledge of design control, change control, and risk management as they relate to medical device development and environment.Position will lead and coordinate projects activities related to the Data/IT franchise solutions. Position primary assignment will be to manage BIOFIRE FIREWORKS releases and in parallel lead a company strategic project which ambitions to expand this successful cloud-based solution to other bioMerieux ranges. Position will be part of an international team of 10 persons, located in France and the USA, reporting to the "Data and IT PMO" Senior Director.The position is located in Salt Lake City, Utah Essential Duties Include:* Lead a multidisciplinary project team with representatives from various organization (RandD, Marketing, Customer Support, IS) to meet goals/milestones set by the franchise* Utilizes knowledge of products, design control, risk management and change control to build project plans, schedules, presentations, technical reviews, design input documentation etc.* Own tasks, including (but not limited to): project plan, timeline updates, budget updates, presentation preparation and meeting minutes.* Analyze relevant project information (e.g., project status, project issues, etc.), brainstorm and implement risk-based strategies to potential roadblocks.* Build relationships and manage communication with stakeholders.* Present updates or escalate issues to governance bodies.* Strongly collaborate with Domain Program Director to support strategic planning, yearly budget construction and domain roadmap* Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of bioMerieux's Quality System* Ensure that appropriate documentation is complete at every project milestone.* Navigate design history file (DHF) documentation in an audit (without guidance).Education and Experience:* Bachelor's Degree in a related Information Technology field.* At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the IT domain* Agile framework knowledge (SCRUM; Kanban) is a plus.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* Leadership, Teamwork and efficient communication skills are key to succeed in this role.* Advanced knowledge of project management, design control, risk management, and change control.* Self-motivated, and able to manage time effectively.* Can effectively work as part of a team and supports the team with a helpful attitude.* Clear and transparent verbal and written communication.* Critical listening skills, and an ability to recognize important and high-level information.* Ability to stay positive and calm in stressful situations.* Ability to work in an international environment and understand multiple perspectives.* Inquisitive and eager to learn.* Comfortable with ambiguity.* Proactive and Forward thinking.