[Remote] Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cognito Therapeutics, Inc. is a late clinical-stage company developing brain stimulation therapies for brain health and neurodegenerative conditions. The Project Manager will support the Chief of Staff by coordinating cross-functional strategic initiatives, maintaining project plans and executive operating rhythms, supporting IPO-readiness workstreams, and preparing leadership updates.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Chief of Staff in coordinating executive cross-functional initiatives spanning Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, Finance, Technology, and Operations tied to the company's roadmap
• Develops and maintains project plans, timelines, and trackers for executive strategic initiatives, escalating risks, delays, or resource gaps to the Chief of Staff
• Owns the cadence of recurring executive cross-functional meetings: builds agendas, captures action items, tracks follow-through, and circulates status updates
• Prepares status reports, dashboards, and summary materials that translate strategic initiative progress into clear updates for the Chief of Staff and executive leadership
• Supports coordination of IPO-readiness workstreams – including document tracking, governance checklists, and cross-functional milestone follow-up – in partnership with Finance, Legal, and Communications
• Helps coordinate logistics and materials for Board meetings, investor updates, and other executive engagements
• Identifies risks, bottlenecks, and open dependencies across supported workstreams and brings them to the Chief of Staff with recommended next steps
• Maintains organized documentation and tracking systems that support consistency, accountability, and audit-readiness across executive strategic initiatives
• Conducts lessons-learned reviews at the close of key initiatives to inform future execution
• Supports special projects and process improvement efforts at the direction of the Chief of Staff

Skills

• BA/BS in business, engineering, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 2–4 years of experience in project management, program coordination, business operations, or a related role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, polished materials for senior leadership
• Proficiency with project management and productivity tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High attention to detail, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and drive accountability among stakeholders without formal authority
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• This role is primarily performed in an office or home-office setting. Essential physical requirements include the ability to work at a computer for extended periods, communicating effectively in written and verbal formats, and participate in video and in-person meetings
• Occasional travel to Cognito's Cambridge, MA office or partner sites may be required
• All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Experience in biotech, medical device, pharmaceutical, healthcare technology, or another high-growth regulated environment is a plus but not required
• Experience in consulting is a plus but not required
• Prior exposure to FDA-regulated environments (21 CFR 820, ISO 13485) or IPO-readiness activities is a plus but not required
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification is a plus but not required

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Wellness perks
• Virtual medical support
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

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