AccuScan Sciences is simultaneously executing multiple high-priority, interdependent programs across five workstreams. This level of operational complexity has exceeded the capacity of ad hoc or single-project management and now requires centralized program leadership to strengthen execution discipline, cross-functional coordination, and timeline accountability. The Director, Program Management will provide centralized program and portfolio leadership to translate AccuScan's strategy into executable plans, drive multi-workstream execution, and ensure leadership has timely visibility into milestones, risks, dependencies, resources, decisions, and progress. This role will establish the governance structure, operating cadence, and reporting discipline required to support OKR achievement and delivery against critical timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Lead centralized program and portfolio management across AccuScan's five priority workstreams, including product, clinical, regulatory, business development, laboratory, operations, quality, IT, and commercial initiatives
Establish program governance, operating cadence, reporting structures, milestone reviews, decision forums, escalation pathways, and executive-level visibility across complex programs
Translate strategic priorities and OKRs into integrated program plans with defined scope, owners, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, risks, resource needs, and success metrics
Drive end-to-end planning, milestone tracking, risk management, resource planning, and dependency management across multiple interdependent programs
Manage, guide, and develop project managers or workstream leads to ensure consistent execution standards, accountability, and timely completion of cross-functional deliverables
Coordinate cross-functional execution across product, clinical, regulatory, quality, laboratory, business development, finance, IT, commercial, and leadership stakeholders to reduce gaps, duplication, and timeline risk
Prepare concise leadership updates, dashboards, meeting agendas, action item trackers, and decision requests to support timely executive alignment and accountability
Support program execution within diagnostics, genomics, life sciences, CLIA/CAP laboratory, regulated healthcare, LDT, IVD, or CE-IVDR product development contexts, as applicable
Perform other duties as assigned to support team and organizational objectives
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

MBA, PhD, or advanced degree in business, life sciences, genomics, diagnostics, engineering, healthcare administration, or a related field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in program management, portfolio management, product development, diagnostics, genomics, life sciences, clinical operations, laboratory operations, or regulated healthcare environments
Demonstrated experience in program or portfolio management within diagnostics, genomics, life sciences, or a related technical or regulated industry
Strong experience managing project managers, workstream leads, or cross-functional execution teams
Proven ability to drive multi-workstream execution across product, clinical, regulatory, business development, operations, quality, IT, commercial, and leadership stakeholders
Strong capability in end-to-end planning, milestone tracking, risk management, resource planning, and dependency management across complex programs
Experience establishing program governance, operating cadence, reporting structures, executive updates, decision forums, and escalation mechanisms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex issues into clear executive-level updates, recommendations, and decision requests
Proficiency with common project management and productivity tools such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, or equivalent systems

Preferred

Experience with product development lifecycle activities for LDT, IVD, and/or CE-IVDR programs
Experience working in CLIA/CAP laboratory environments and/or regulated healthcare settings
Experience supporting clinical validation, regulatory submissions, launch readiness, commercialization, or cross-functional scale-up initiatives
PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, Agile/Scrum, or equivalent project/program management certification

COMPETENCIES

Portfolio and program leadership
Management and development of project managers or workstream leads
Strategic execution and OKR translation
Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder alignment
End-to-end planning, milestone tracking, risk management, and dependency management
Executive communication, governance, cadence, and reporting discipline
Process discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Location: Primarily onsite or hybrid in Milpitas, CA, based on business needs
Work is primarily performed in an office environment, with occasional presence in laboratory or operational areas as required for program coordination
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods and use a computer and standard office equipment
May require occasional travel for business meetings, vendor interactions, site visits, or program-related activities
Must comply with applicable site, laboratory, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements when accessing controlled or operational areas

EEO STATEMENT

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.

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