About us:

Abata is developing regulatory T cells (Tregs) therapies for autoimmunity to transform lives with cures for Multiple Sclerosis and Type 1 Diabetes. By arming Tregs with T cell receptors that provide tissue-specific activation at the site of disease, Tregs will restore homeostasis in the tissue enabling a robust, durable response, while avoiding systemic immune suppression.

Our work is fundamentally audacious which is why we hire the best, brightest, and most importantly…kind people. Being kind is not just a personality trait we look for, it’s a core value, embedded in the way we work and how we shape your experience at Abata Therapeutics. Our culture of learning and growth enables everyone to do their best work and contribute to fulfilling our mission.

The Role:

Abata is looking for a talented Program Manager to establish and drive our program management process across our two lead programs. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a clinical stage company bringing first in class Treg cell therapies to patients and make a broad impact on operations and program management. The level of the position will be commensurate with the candidate’s industry and program management experience.

Major Responsibilities

Manage, optimize, track, and coordinate multiple workstreams across research, clinical, and technical operations to ensure key objectives and milestones are met
Build relationships and work cross-functionally with key stakeholders (Executive management, Program Team Leads, functional leads, external vendors and partners) to ensure alignment and drive execution of functional and program objectives
Identify critical path activities, resource constraints, risks, and conflicts that could impact timelines
Develop and optimize program management tools and processes to ensure consistency across functions and programs
Maintain a current overview of program status, and clearly and pro-actively communicate progress
Thought partner with Program Team Leads (PTLs) enabling strategic messaging and framing of key program outputs both internally and externally
Prepare presentation materials and participate in team discussions.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences, or an equivalent scientific discipline
5+ years’ experience in Program Management or related function, across various stages of drug development, with proven track record of success managing multiple projects/priorities
Prior experience managing and working with cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
Prior experience in a consulting firm (BCG, etc.) is a plus
Travel: 0-10%

We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package. All applicants should be legally entitled to work for any employer in the US.

Note to Employment Agencies: Please do not forward any agency resumes. The company will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited.

This is an on-site position based in the Watertown, MA office and the employee will be required to work in the office on a regular basis.

Abata Therapeutics will require compliance with our COVID- 19 vaccination policy. Please Review our conditions of employment.

Conditions of employment:

All current Abata employees have received the first two rounds of vaccinations against COVID-19. Vaccination status must be confirmed prior to any new hires joining the team. Up to date vaccination is strongly encouraged for every employee who intends to work onsite at our office and lab facility. Should an employee choose not to receive the vaccine, we will seek to understand the facts of their individual circumstance and determine if an appropriate work arrangement can be achieved.

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