Technical Program Manager, Materials Design

Responsibilities

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where diverse perspectives are valued, and team members are empowered to contribute their best work.
• Track project progress, identify risks and issues, and proactively implement solutions to ensure successful project delivery within established timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Serve as a key point of contact and establish lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering effective communication, alignment, and collaboration.
• Lead program management activities of the Materials Design project, ensuring alignment with company objectives and driving the successful execution of projects and initiatives.
• Work closely with others in the AI4Science Program Management team to develop and implement project management methodologies, processes, and tools to optimize team performance, enhance productivity, and streamline project execution.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, advancements, and best practices in materials design, and leverage this knowledge to drive innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning, providing mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including researchers, engineers, and domain experts, to ensure effective coordination and delivery of project initiatives, while maintaining high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering) AND 2+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 1+ year(s) experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• OR equivalent experience.

• 4+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• 1+ year(s) experience managing a machine learning project.
• 1+ year(s) experience managing global team projects.
• Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
  • OR equivalent experience.
• OR equivalent experience.

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