Scientific Project Manager

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Spatial Front, Inc. (SFI), a two-time USAToday Top Workplaces awardee and Washington Top Workplaces honoree, is seeking a Scientific Project Manager to support a high-visibility federal program focused on the deployment and testing of automated systems for induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture. This role combines project management and hands-on scientific work, making it ideal for candidates with both technical lab experience and strong organizational skills.

This position will play a key role in validating automated cell culture systems, analyzing system-generated data, and supporting collaborative research initiatives.

Location: Hybrid: 3–5 days per week on-site in Laurel, MD

Role Breakdown

• 40% Project Management
• 40% Scientific Evaluation & Assessment
• 10% Team/Workgroup Collaboration
• 10% Meeting Coordination & Administrative Support
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Manage projects through the full lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables
• Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs
• Develop and manage reports, presentations, and project artifacts
  
  
  

Scientific Evaluation & Assessment

• Support deployment and validation of automated iPSC cell culture systems
• Perform hands-on cell culture (2D, 3D, and automated systems)
• Conduct cell characterization and analyze system performance data
• Identify trends, inconsistencies, and gaps in validation data
  
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate with scientific and technical subject matter experts (SMEs)
• Participate in research teams, planning groups, and study sessions
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, publications, and technical documentation
  
  
  

Administrative & Coordination Support

• Schedule and coordinate meetings and project activities
• Capture and distribute meeting minutes and action items
• Provide general administrative and project support to leadership and FDA staff
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (required)
• 2–3 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience with biology and cell culture techniques
• Experience in scientific evaluation and data analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work onsite 3–5 days per week in Laurel, MD
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MS/MA) in a related field
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Exposure to automated laboratory systems or data analytics tools
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Clearance: Background checks may include Criminal History, Education Verification, Employment Verification, Professional Certifications, and Credit History. (Public Trust investigations typically take 4–8 weeks and require fingerprinting.)
• Work Environment: Flexible/remote, with occasional on-site support as needed.
• Salary Range: $70,000 – $105,000 annually
• Benefits: SFI offers a comprehensive benefits package. Details available at SFI Careers.
• This is a full-time, W2 position.
• No agencies, third parties, or Corp-to-Corp submissions.
• Spatial Front Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer — all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.
• SFI participates in E-Verify.
  
  
  

Salary Description

$70,000 – $105,000 annually