Project Manager (MarComms)

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Core to our philosophy is how we think of our capital and its risk profile relative to other stakeholders in the drug development pipeline. We work aggressively to de-risk various therapeutic strategies and tools in the hopes of building a robust pipeline of new treatments for patients. In order to achieve our mission of finding a cure for PD it is critical that we engage with, and bring together, members of the PD community including researchers, physicians, health professionals and most important, people with Parkinson's and their families.

We believe that to find a cure for PD as quickly as possible, our capital needs to push research forward today—we therefore deliberately hold no endowment or excessive reserves. We instead seek to deploy funds raised as quickly and wisely as possible. MJFF raises over $100 million annually. Today, the Foundation has approximately 300 full-time employees. We offer a collegial and collaborative environment where optimistic problem-solvers and entrepreneurial, resourceful individuals can thrive and make a tangible difference for millions of people living with Parkinson’s disease.

Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Project Manager position.  Reporting to the Director of Project Management, this role will be responsible for managing department-specific and cross-functional initiatives from planning through completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high quality. The Project Manager works collaboratively across teams within the MarComms business unit and with external partners to coordinate workflows, maintain project documentation and foster efficient, transparent communication. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who excels at organization, identifying opportunities for efficiency, cross-team collaboration and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

This position may be hybrid-flex with the opportunity to work out of the Foundation’s office in New York City or based remotely within the U.S.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage department-specific and cross-functional projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and aligned with MarComms objectives
• Proactively identify, assess and mitigate project risks to minimize potential disruptions
• Develop and maintain key project management tools such as briefing documents, review/approval matrices, timelines and status reports
• Support the continuous improvement of project management practices within the team by applying and modeling best practices
• Document and refine project-related processes and workflows to enhance operational efficiency within the MarComms team
• Facilitate clear communication and alignment among internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration, transparency and shared understanding
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing, onboarding and mentoring of junior staff to build project management capacity within the team
• Foster a team culture rooted in collaboration, respect, transparency and accountability, aligned with the Foundation’s core values

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset, with the ability to turn challenges into actionable solutions
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and navigate fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• Experience with project management tools such as Asana, Jira, or similar platforms is preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential is a plus

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2 p.m.) and a summer holiday week over July 4
• Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work.  We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.   

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events. 

How to Apply: 
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

MJFF is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Diversity may refer to characteristics including, but not limited to, race, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic circumstance, geographic background, ability and disability, political ideology and age.