R&D Project Manager

R&D Project Manager A Few Words About Us Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing. Our client is a public and rapidly growing diagnostics company that is looking to expand their Quality team in Memphis TN. They are willing to assist with relocation. Relocation assistance is provided! Excellent benefits, competitive salary, and stock options. Job Description PERMANENT FULL TIME POSITION Overview: Under very limited supervision, responsible for selection, management and development of a professional team, design and set up of development facilities, and design, performance and interpretation of experiments and complex investigations in support of the company's product development. Responsibilities: •Recruit, select, manage, and develop a high performing development team •Responsible for the design and conduct of complex experiments in accordance with the company's Quality System and to regulatory standards •Set up appropriate facilities, select, validate, and maintain equipment •Assists with the leadership of projects and/or workstreams, preparing detailed project plans •Prioritizes workload to insure key objectives are met on time and to budget •Identifies new opportunities to assist project completion or for new projects and or applications of current technology •Presents data at internal and external meetings to collaborators and at International Symposia •Author SOP's for product development •Ensures that conclusions in written reports reflect the data presented and reports are of the highest quality •When required, operates as a scientist in support of running Oxford Diagnostic Laboratories, ensuring that the Quality Management System, including ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485:2003, CLIA and CAP, is adhered to at all times and in all aspects of the job •Follows all company safety policies & other safety precautions within work area •Work to Oxford Immunotec's Company Values at all times •Regular attendance and timeliness is essential Qualifications •Minimum PhD or MSc in life sciences, preferably immunology •Experience with qPCR, flow cytometry and cell culture techniques imperative •Demonstrated understanding of the diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries •Must have previous supervisory experience •Knowledge of CLIA, CAP and Laboratory Developed Tests an advantage •Familiarity with Quality System concepts and requirements including GMP and ISO •Working knowledge of ELISA, ELISPOT, statistical methods a distinct advantage •Must be proficient in MS Office