EB Research Institute GmbH is a non-profit biotech organization based in Salzburg, Austria, founded as a joint venture between DEBRA Austria and Salzburg University Hospital.

The institute is a translational R&D organization dedicated to developing innovative therapies for Epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a devastating rare genetic skin disease. By combining scientific excellence with a strong translational mindset, EB Research Institute transforms research into therapeutic innovation with the ultimate goal of improving patients' lives.

A Project Manager (m/f/d) is currently being sought for the institute's new laboratory in Vienna.

Your tasks

• Project Oversight: Plan, track, and manage R&D projects from initial concept through pre-clinical and translational stages (both internal projects and external collaborations).
• Cross-Team Coordination: Organize data exchange, schedule regular progress meetings, and ensure clear communication between scientists, clinical researchers, industrial partners, and institute management.
• Budget & Financial Tracking: Create project budgets, monitor expenses, track financial milestones, and report on resource allocation.
• Project Organization & Tools: Set up and maintain clear project schedules, action items, meeting minutes, and documentation structures.
• Reporting: Prepare clear project updates, risk analyses, and status reports for executive management and external project partners.

Your qualifications

• Education: Degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in biological sciences or a related life-sciences discipline.
• Experience: At least 2 years of project management experience within the biotech or pharmaceutical sector.
• Communication & Collaboration Skills: Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Demonstrated ability to facilitate smooth collaboration across multidisciplinary, international teams and build strong working relationships with scientific partners.
• Financial Understanding: Solid experience in budget planning, cost tracking, and managing project resources.
• Language Skills: Fluent in both English and German (written and spoken)

The offer

• Remuneration: EUR 56.000 gross annual salary (incl. variable pay) with willingness to overpay.
• Contribute to the development of innovative therapies for Epidermolysis bullosa and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
• Work in a collaborative, agile and innovation-driven R&D environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, scientific ownership and continuous learning.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.