Job Description
Research Project Manager – RQ Biotechnology
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West London | Hybrid, minimum 2 days per week onsite
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RQ Biotechnology Ltd (RQ Bio) is a UK-based virology company whose mission is to discover and develop long-acting monoclonal antibodies (LAAbs) against seasonal influenza with the goal of providing immediate, powerful and long-lasting protection against the risk of severe viral disease. We have recently initiated pre-clinical development of our product candidate and are advancing research on a next generation product pipeline in parallel.
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Following its recent £85.5 million Series A funding round, RQ Bio is advancing its lead product candidate through preclinical development while progressing a next generation research pipeline.
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RQ Bio is now looking for a Research Project Manager to support the planning and delivery of research projects across its antibody pipeline.
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The role
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- Develop and maintain project plans, budgets and Gantt charts
- Track milestones, dependencies, risks and decision points
- Coordinate CROs, laboratories, academic collaborators and other external partners
- Translate complex scientific activity into clear actions and delivery plans
- Provide concise project updates, including RAG status and budget performance
- Partner with scientific, finance and business development teams
- Improve project management tools, processes and working practices
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What RQ Bio is looking for
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- At least four years of experience within a scientific environment
- At least two years of hands-on project management experience
- Experience coordinating external scientific partners or vendors
- Confidence managing competing priorities in a fast-paced biotech environment
- Strong stakeholder communication and organisational skills
- The ability to combine structured planning with practical delivery
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Experience within biotech, biologics, infectious disease, discovery research or programmes progressing towards IND or early clinical development would be particularly valuable. A relevant scientific background and experience using Smartsheet would also be advantageous.
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This is an excellent opportunity to support the development of a lead asset while helping to build a next generation discovery pipeline within an ambitious and well-funded biotechnology company.
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to work onsite in West London at least two days per week.
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Apply through LinkedIn or contact Sam Ingram at Northreach for a confidential discussion.
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