Program Manager (Scientific & Technical Services) at IDMANN Institute – 2 Openings Full Time

Job Title: Program Manager (Scientific & Technical Services)

Location: Umuahia, Abia
Employment Type: Full-time
Slot: 2 Openings

Job Description 

• As our programs grow rapidly, IDMANN Institute is looking for a Program Manager (Scientific & Technical Services) to drive the expansion of value-added scientific services and to oversee the technical team that provides affordable, world-class technical entrepreneurship training to our students.
• The Program Manager will be responsible for providing outstanding scientific and engineering services that support our training and development programs.

Responsibilities 
Prospective applicants should note the following:

• This is a full-time position based in our facilities in Umuahia, Abia State. Successful applicants will be expected to relocate to Umuahia.
• The individual will have a background in the Physical, Natural or Engineering Sciences and will be expected to meet the following responsibilities:
• Acts as a field application scientist.
• Coordinate and execute assigned research projects.
• Design and oversee laboratory experiments on a routine basis.
• Lead research efforts to complete projects within allotted timelines and budgets.
• Develop and enforce research policies and procedures.
• Address project issues and escalate complex issues to management.
• Perform day-to-day management of project teams and address any team issues promptly.
• Act as primary contact for scientific project communications.
• Document and report project progress, status, and issues if any to client on regular basis.
• Prepare project documentation and research reports for management review.
• Work with management to prepare project plans, budgets and schedules.

Job Requirements

• A Degree in Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Ability to develop appropriate assays to support analytical work.
• Ability to conduct team meetings to discuss project status and issues.
• Monitor project progress regularly and report the same to management and students.
• Demonstrable ability to deliver research projects and execute managerial responsibilities and duties.

Application Closing Date
1st April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter and a Resume CLEARLY outlining their relevant experience with specific references to any professional or technical certifications, where applicable to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Applications submitted without a cover letter will be deemed non-responsive.