Project Manager Global MSAT Leiden • Panda International

Role: Project Manager Global MSAT
Location: Leiden
Start date: ASAP
Contract duration: 6 months (highly likelihood of extension)

Project Scope

We are seeking a skilled Project Manager to join the Global MSAT team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with a seasoned team of engineers to define plans and procedures that support the implementation of process changes across a global manufacturing network. You will also play a key role in advancing the development of CAR-T and TCR-T manufacturing processes and products from early clinical stages to commercial readiness.

Your Mission

• Act as the MSAT project lead for cell therapy change implementations, coordinating efforts from the central reference site in close collaboration with regional operations teams.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive global MSAT project plans and timelines to ensure alignment and successful execution across all regions.

• Translate technical and operational process changes into structured implementation packages, and guide their deployment across manufacturing sites.

• Lead investigations into product and process issues, and define effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Build trust and maintain positive relationships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders in Regional Manufacturing, CMC, QA, and Regulatory Affairs.

• Facilitate knowledge transfer between global and regional teams, promote issue resolution, and share best practices across the network.

This position reports to the Associate Director of Global MSAT.

Job Requirements

• PhD in life sciences, biotechnology, engineering, or a related field with at least 7 years of relevant experience; or an MSc with equivalent industry experience.

• Proven experience in project management within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, ideally with a focus on cell therapy technology transfers.

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as FDA and EMA guidelines, as well as GMP requirements.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and international teams.

• Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of accountability, without compromising on quality or compliance.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive initiatives from concept through to implementation.

• Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.

• Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in written and spoken English.