ProKidney Corp.

IT Project Manager - Contractor

ProKidney Corp.

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

JuniorMid-Level

Tech Stack

PMP

About the role

  • Lead the full lifecycle of IT projects from planning through deployment, including requirements gathering, design, testing, go-live, and post-implementation support.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering clear communication and accountability to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope.
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management – Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors; hold all parties accountable for timely completion of project tasks and milestones.
  • Requirements Translation – Facilitate business requirements sessions, translate needs into actionable project plans, and manage change requests effectively.
  • Risk & Issue Management – Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; escalate critical issues promptly with recommended solutions.
  • Progress Tracking & Reporting – Maintain detailed project documentation, track progress against milestones, and provide weekly status reports to leadership.
  • Validation Expertise – Support GxP validation and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance activities, ensuring documentation and testing meet regulatory and quality standards.
  • Meeting & Event Coordination – Organize and facilitate key project events including system demos, document reviews, and testing sessions.
  • Process Expertise – Develop and maintain deep knowledge of IT project management and GxP validation processes to guide teams effectively.
  • Travel & Onsite Support – Be available during core business hours (9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST) and travel to company sites for critical project phases.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 2–5 years of IT project management experience, including system implementation in regulated environments.
  • 1–2 years in life sciences (cell therapy experience preferred).
  • Experience in FDA-regulated industries strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record leading GxP system implementations and validation projects (21 CFR Part 11).
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite; Smartsheet experience preferred.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills, capable of working effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
  • PMP certification a plus, but not required