Program Manager, Program Development and Operations
Role Overview
CIRM is seeking a highly organized and experienced Program Manager for Program Development and Operations to support the planning, development, and effective operation of CIRM's scientific programs.
Reporting to the Chief Science Officer (CSO), the Program Manager works across CIRM's Programs organization to coordinate program development, improve operational consistency, track major activities and decision points, and identify issues that require attention or resolution.
The position works closely with Program Leads, Project Managers and partner functions, including Review, Grants Management, Legal, Finance, Communications, and IT/Software Development.
The Program Manager provides operational management and direction within established processes and, in coordination with the CSO identifies where new or improved processes are needed and supports their development and implementation.
The position maintains an integrated view across program areas, identifies gaps and dependencies, brings issues forward early, and helps ensure decisions are translated into clear actions and follow-through.
This role requires someone who can work across multiple teams, make sense of complex and sometimes competing priorities, and bring structure and clarity without adding unnecessary process.
Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, healthcare, business, public administration, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in program management, operations, research administration, healthcare, life sciences, government, or a related environment.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating complex work across multiple teams or functions.
- At least 2 years in management consulting or strategy and operations consulting, with demonstrated ability to assess complex organizational problems, develop practical recommendations, and support implementation.
- Experience developing and improving operational processes, workflows, or program management systems.
- Strong project and program management skills, including planning, risk identification, dependency management, and follow-through.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information for senior decision-makers.
- Desired Skills/Abilities
- Experience in biomedical research, biotechnology, healthcare, regenerative medicine, scientific funding, or research administration.
- Experience working in a matrixed organization where responsibilities and dependencies span multiple functions.
- Experience coordinating program development, funding cycles, governance processes, or similar complex organizational workflows.
- Experience developing dashboards, SOPs, operational frameworks, and other tools that improve organizational visibility and consistency.
- Familiarity with project management platforms such as Monday.com or similar tools.
- Working Conditions
- Hybrid environment, required to work two days in the South San Francisco office and three days remotely. In-person attendance of organizational meetings and board, subcommittee, and working group meetings as required.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be willing to work in a high-rise building.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
- Be available to work outside of normal business hours.
- Require occasional travel for work-related events.
- Supervision Received
- The Program Manager, Program Development and Operations reports directly to the Chief Science Officer.
- Supervision Exercised
- Compensation
- This position is expected to pay $121,946 - $165,462 annually, which fits within the full salary range of $121,946 - $230,736 annually, for the Program Manager job classification. It is uncommon for an individual to be offered a salary close to the upper end of the full range for a position. Salary for this position will reflect the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, knowledge, relevant education, and certifications, in addition to being aligned with the internal leadership peer group.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, healthcare, business, public administration, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
- Desired Skills/Abilities
About California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
California's taxpayer-funded state agency accelerates stem cell and gene therapies for people with unmet medical needs.
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