Senior Project Management Specialist
Join Immatics and shape the future of cancer immunotherapy; one patient at a time! Immatics is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients with cancer. We are the global leader in precision targeting of PRAME, a target expressed in more than 50 cancers. Our cutting-edge science and robust clinical pipeline form the broadest PRAME franchise with the most PRAME indications and modalities, spanning TCR T-cell therapies and TCR bispecifics.Why Join Us?Innovative Environment: Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy.Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth.Global Impact: Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally.We are seeking a Senior Project Management Specialist (Patient Journey Navigator function) to manage patient journeys from informed consent through treatment and first scan in our Phase 3 trial. This role coordinates time-critical patient cases across clinical sites and Immatics’ cross-functional teams to ensure efficient progression through the vein-to-vein (V2V) journey. The Senior Specialist works closely with site staff to support timely, compliant patient advancement. Success requires strong organizational skills, a solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to quickly understand clinical trial protocols, particularly in melanoma and TCR-T/TIL therapies.Reports to: Senior Director, Project ManagementLocation: Fully Remote or Based in Houston. TXSalary Range: $95,000 - $110,000Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, or a related field3+ years of experience in clinical operations, medical affairs, or a related function within immunology and/or oncologyDemonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and managing complex, time-sensitive projectsProven ability to interpret and apply clinical trial protocols while maintaining compliance in a regulated environmentPreferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, or a related fieldExperience in cell and gene therapy, particularly within clinical development settingsProficiency in project management methodologies and tools in a clinical or regulated environmentExperience with strategic planning, risk management, and change managementAdvanced ability to solve complex operational challenges in regulated clinical environmentsExperience coordinating cross-functional teams and driving alignment across stakeholdersIn this Role you Will: Lead site touchpoint calls, document key updates, and coordinate next steps to support timely patient progression and randomizationAlign cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent, accurate guidance is provided to sitesManage and adapt patient journeys in real time based on individual needs and site constraints, following the defined V2V pathwayDrive end-to-end patient workflows to achieve rapid, compliant progression pre- and post-randomizationCoordinate key milestones including eligibility, randomization, and manufacturing timelines with internal teamsProvide sites with clear guidance on required EDC completion and support issue resolution, including out-of-specifications communicationServe as a responsive, reliable point of contact for site stakeholders, including availability outside standard hoursTravel required: If remote: Regular travels to Houston or a specific site for PI engagement might be required ~10/yearIf Houston: Limited travels to site for PI engagement might be required ~3/yearQualified candidates will participate in a structured interview process, which includes:An initial recruiter phone screen (conducted via video)A recruiter-facilitated introduction and interview with the hiring leader and key stakeholders (via video)A final-stage interview, which may include an in-person meeting at our U.S. Headquarters in Houston, TXWork authorization/security clearance requirements:Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required. Immatics participates in E-Verify and all new employees will be subject to the Department of Homeland Security requirements for employmentAffirmative Action/EEO statement:Immatics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.What do we offer?At Immatics, we believe in investing in our team’s health, safety and well-being. Here’s what you can expect if you join ImmaticsComprehensive Benefits:Competitive rates for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance4 weeks of Paid Time off, granted up front each year and prorated for first and last year of employment.Sick Time Off – 7 days12 Paid Holidays100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance up to at 1x annual salary, up to one hundred thousand dollars100% Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage401(k) with Immediate Eligibility & company match…You are eligible for 401(k) plan participation as of your first paycheck.The company will match 100% of your contributions up to 3% of your base salary for the first two years of employment, 4% for years 2-3 of employment, and up to 5% of your salary from the fourth year onward of continued employment.Partially paid Parental Leave for eligible employees. (3 weeks)Additional voluntary employee paid coverages including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Employee Paid Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.