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Our teams of scientists, data engineers, and software experts deliver end-to-end solutions across data curation, management, mining, and analysis to help customers accelerate R&D. We partner long-term with blue-chip clients and emerging biotechs around the world, bringing scientific rigor, quality, and a customer-first mindset to every engagement.\nAbout the role\nRancho BioSciences is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for aninitial 6-month contract. Qualified individuals would have the ability and proven track record to successfully manage multiple development projects within a fast-paced, matrix team environment. Prior experience in a customer-facing role and a solid background in life sciences is required. This position is a unique opportunity for an individual to make a real impact on human health alongside our team of computer scientists, curators, computational biologists, and biostatisticians.\nThis position is fully remote and based in the UK or Europe. 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