Project Manager, Medical Device R&D
PulseMedica is searching for a Project Manager to join our world-class team. Reporting to the Sr Project Manager, this person will work with the various teams at PulseMedica and be responsible for the management of projects within the organization. This hands-on role will provide the selected candidate with exposure to the various aspects of developing an ophthalmic medical device ranging from software development, machine learning, optical design and mechanical design to contract engineering, productization and design transfer as well as business and operations related projects.
The ideal candidate will have a broad technical background, a solid understanding of project management principles, frameworks, and a natural curiosity for producing efficient and effective solutions.
About Us
PulseMedica, recently Great Place to Work! certified, is a fast growing ophthalmic medical device company that is determined to reduce ophthalmic disease and disability by offering novel treatment options. Our platform combines machine-learning, real-time three dimensional eye imaging and high precision laser surgery platform. Our goal is to revolutionize ophthalmic treatments by providing people with exceptional outcomes and, ultimately, changing the world by preventing blindness and disability resulting from eye diseases.
The Opportunity
The Project Manager’s role provides a unique opportunity to work with a group of talented and energetic people to create a project framework foundation to accelerate the company’s goals. The successful candidate will actively work within our team of scientists, engineers and operations on projects involving development of new technologies, concept engineering and new product development, in the ophthalmic medical device industry.

The person will be responsible for:

• Developing detailed project plans, ensuring resource availability and allocation and delivering projects on time within scope and budget.
• Working closely with company leadership to build the organizational and operational structure.
• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
• Manage project plans across product development lifecycle (concept, design, V&V, clinical, regulatory, manufacturing transfer)
• Using appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
• Measuring project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Performing risk management to minimize and mitigate project risks
• Establishing a communication schedule to update management, staff and stakeholders on progress of the project
• Lead phase gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) and maintain project documentation aligned with QMS
• Ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Maintaining a unique perspective of a common goal to increase knowledge, communication, and awareness between teams and leadership
• Collaborating and aligning the different teams with organizational goals by sharing insights and objectives
• Drive Agile/scrum or hybrid methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective meetings

Basic Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Health Sciences or equivalent
• Understanding of technical deliverables and documentation
• Experience of project management toolsets (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, MS Office)
• 3+ years of practical project management experience.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive or defense.

Highly Desired Skills and Qualifications

• PMP or Prince2 Certification.
• Understanding of ISO 13485, IEC 62304, and FDA design control requirements (21 CFR Part 820)
• Background in the medical technology sector or innovation-driven startup environments.
• Practical experience with the Agile Framework and the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in early-stage medical device development under tight timelines and regulatory constraints.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is found
Duration: Full time Permanent (40 hours per week)
Salary: Commensurate to experience and qualifications
Location: Edmonton (Preferred).

What you can expect from PulseMedica:

• Competitive compensation, group benefits and the option to participate in our employee stock option plan
• Free on-site gym (Jackson’s Gym)
• A role that contributes to helping change people’s lives by enhancing their vision
• A unique opportunity to build, grow, and be part of a team that is going to revolutionize a multi-billion dollar industry
• Hybrid work
• Growth Opportunities to build a small team
• Monthly team events
• Working for a company that was recently Great Place to Work certified!

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply for this position.

• Developing detailed project plans, ensuring resource availability and allocation and delivering projects on time within scope and budget.
• Working closely with company leadership to build the organizational and operational structure.
• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
• Manage project plans across product development lifecycle (concept, design, V&V, clinical, regulatory, manufacturing transfer)
• Using appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
• Measuring project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Performing risk management to minimize and mitigate project risks
• Establishing a communication schedule to update management, staff and stakeholders on progress of the project
• Lead phase gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) and maintain project documentation aligned with QMS
• Ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
• Maintaining a unique perspective of a common goal to increase knowledge, communication, and awareness between teams and leadership
• Collaborating and aligning the different teams with organizational goals by sharing insights and objectives
• Drive Agile/scrum or hybrid methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective meeting