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This is an exciting opportunity with one of Pittsburgh’s most innovative companies at the forefront of advanced imaging technology for healthcare, law enforcement, defense, and safety and security. We pioneered the advancement of Molecular Chemical Imaging into the patented technology that is used in our solutions today.

Established in 1994, ChemImage has developed technology that incorporates hyperspectral imaging, proprietary software and algorithms, machine learning, and liquid crystal filters. Our technology helps clinicians perform their jobs more efficiently for improved patient outcomes and helps law enforcement professionals better serve the communities they have sworn to protect. Our mission is to make the world healthier and safer by enabling these professionals to see things that were previously unseen in order to bring an Awareness of Things® that wasn’t possible before.

In 2020 we established our People First program that focuses on employees and their importance to the success of our organization. While we work hard, we also have fun, and give back to our community through company events. Our HR strategy is to attract and retain top talent in all functional areas.

We are seeking a talented Senior Project Manager to join our expanding team.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the efforts of various resources and personnel to manage projects and programs effectively to completion and customer goals, and assisting in running the PMO (Project Management Office).

Principal (Essential Duties):

• Responsible for the coordinated management of related projects and programs as directed for the company's Functional Areas and Lines of Businesses
• Develop project scope of work, cost estimate and financial justification.
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities
• Create and execute project work plans
• Maintain, track, and report project and system metrics, and recommend adjustments where needed
• Directly responsible for multiple projects
• Develop and maintain program management processes
• Manage and direct project budgets for the organization to influence organization's financial profitability
• Supervise one (1) or more project managers; Train & support other Project Managers to improve the management of project cost, schedule and performance
• Participate in business development activities. Manage the Statement of Work process and Contract Creation to secure new and follow-on work.
• Assist with the development of project proposals and preparation of regulatory documents

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Project Management Best Practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects on budget and on schedule.
• Ability to lead multiple cross-functional teams in the execution of multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate scientific information
• Strong technical/scientific acumen to be able to lead, drive, and support technical projects
• Strong analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; strong relationship building skills
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Experience in healthcare/medical devices industry is desired

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Engineering or a related technical field; an advanced degree is desired
• Five (5) years of project management experience required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred
• Demonstrated track record of successfully managing projects to develop and commercialize new products
• Experience in healthcare/medical devices industry is desired
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Experience with MS Office Suite Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
• Willingness to apply for and gain Government Security Clearance (US Citizenship required) is highly desirable

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

• Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
• Frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile)
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
• 50% or more time is spent looking directly at a computer
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs
• Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise
• Domestic and foreign travel required about 10% of time
• Work setting is primarily office-based but conditions may involve limited exposure to chemicals, emitted radiation, fumes, dust, odors, gases and other substances when in a laboratory or field environment. Employees whose work setting may involve these substances will be informed by their managers regarding the nature of these substances and may request PPE as necessary.
• Must adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements