Program Manager Job Description

About Vital

Vital is revolutionizing the landscape of point-of-care diagnostics with our groundbreaking platform, VitalOne, designed to deliver real-time care wherever patients are. Over the past five years, we have built a dynamic team of over 100 experts across various disciplines, including chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics, to fulfill our mission of making healthcare more accessible and proactive. At Vital, we seek tenacious, bold, and enthusiastic individuals ready to create impactful change in the healthcare industry.

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Program Manager (PM) who can seamlessly navigate between project-level details and overarching program strategies. This role requires a Prioritization Master (PM) who can identify and set key priorities, make tough decisions, and effectively integrate diverse work streams into a cohesive plan that aligns with Vital’s mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration and Integration: Serve as the primary liaison across all disciplines, harmonizing diverse teams and ensuring their efforts contribute towards a unified project plan. Manage interdependencies, address conflicts, and maintain project coherence.

• Strategic Planning & Communication: Develop clear, actionable plans and timelines that empower teams to make informed decisions. Establish a robust framework for project management across the organization, promoting consistency, efficiency, and transparency.

• Prioritization and Decision-Making: Act as a prioritization engine, evaluating project needs against available resources and strategic objectives. Facilitate decision-making processes to balance competing priorities and ensure that VitalOne’s development is always aligned with business goals.

• Program Management and Execution: Oversee the end-to-end program lifecycle, from planning to execution, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. Develop deliverables at various phases to ensure milestones are met.

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Proactively address issues and escalate when necessary to ensure timely resolution and minimal impact on program delivery.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulatory standards and requirements throughout the lifecycle. Work closely with regulatory teams to navigate complex compliance landscapes.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management practices, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.

What You’ll Need

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, life sciences, business, or a related field is required; an advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) is preferred.

• 8+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects within the medical device industry.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate technical, regulatory, and commercial objectives into a cohesive project strategy.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, and guide teams towards a common goal.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

• In-depth understanding of medical device development processes, including regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO, CE).

• Experience in risk management and regulatory compliance within the healthcare industry.

What You’ll Get

• An opportunity to shape the future of medical diagnostics and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare.

• A collaborative environment with a high-performing team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• A platform to showcase your talents and grow professionally in a company that values your contributions.