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Get Access To All JobsOur Mission
Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life.
For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com.
Our Value
Our Single Altos Value: Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission.
Diversity at Altos
Altos Labs has been named one of the Top 3 Biotech Companies and ranked for the second year on the Forbes 2026 Best Startups in America list. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment.
What You Will Contribute To Altos
As a Project Team Leader, you will be accountable for execution for our high-priority therapeutic programs. This is a high-visibility leadership role that sits at the intersection of science, strategy, and operations. You will lead multidisciplinary teams through the complexities of the drug development lifecycle—from preclinical proof-of-concept through clinical trials and regulatory filing.
The ideal candidate possesses a rare blend of scientific expertise and leadership skills, required to align diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced biotech environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead a matrixed team of experts across Discovery, Preclinical, Clinical, and CMC (Manufacturing), to drive project advancement.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and present options for the program for senior management, including timing, target profiles, and cost.
- Financial Oversight: Manage the program budget, including resource allocation, forecasting.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of communication for executive leadership. Lead discussions within the team to interpret data and develop recommendations. Lead governance and technical discussions.
- Risk & Mitigation: Proactively identify "deal-breakers" in the development path. You don't just report risks; you build contingency plans to bypass them.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D, M.D., or Master's degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or business.
- 15+ years in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 4 years in a dedicated project leadership or program management role.
- Proven track record moving assets from research through IND-enabling and clinical studies.
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams, delegate appropriately, and strong understanding of what goes into high quality decision making.
- Experience in areas from target validation and drug discovery through clinical trials.
- Experience utilizing AI tool in drug discovery and development.
- Building effective organizational relationships at senior and peer levels to get important work completed.
- A startup mindset—comfortable with ambiguity and able to alter direction when needed.
- Able to distill critical decisions to facilitate decision making. Able to clearly communicate in writing or presentation, and to so while minimizing misunderstandings or negative reactions.
- Through modeling and artful interactions, continue to build a culture of honesty, integrity and respect for the Altos organization and demonstrate our Altos Behaviors.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: focus on what is best for Altos.
The salary range for Redwood City, CA:
- Project Team Leader: $313,200 - $401,500
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
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For UK applicants, before submitting your application:
- Please click here to read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice (bit.ly/eu_uk_privacy_notice).
- This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We value collaboration and scientific excellence.
We believe that a culture of belonging are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos Labs, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment.
Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific excellence, learning, and belonging.
Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos. Learn more about a common job scam at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-spot-avoid-online-job-scams-biron-clark/
Our Mission
Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life.
For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com.
Our Value
Our Single Altos Value: Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission.
Diversity at Altos
Altos Labs has been named one of the Top 3 Biotech Companies and ranked for the second year on the Forbes 2026 Best Startups in America list. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment.
What You Will Contribute To Altos
As a Project Team Leader, you will be accountable for execution for our high-priority therapeutic programs. This is a high-visibility leadership role that sits at the intersection of science, strategy, and operations. You will lead multidisciplinary teams through the complexities of the drug development lifecycle—from preclinical proof-of-concept through clinical trials and regulatory filing.
The ideal candidate possesses a rare blend of scientific expertise and leadership skills, required to align diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced biotech environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead a matrixed team of experts across Discovery, Preclinical, Clinical, and CMC (Manufacturing), to drive project advancement.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and present options for the program for senior management, including timing, target profiles, and cost.
- Financial Oversight: Manage the program budget, including resource allocation, forecasting.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of communication for executive leadership. Lead discussions within the team to interpret data and develop recommendations. Lead governance and technical discussions.
- Risk & Mitigation: Proactively identify "deal-breakers" in the development path. You don't just report risks; you build contingency plans to bypass them.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D, M.D., or Master's degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or business.
- 15+ years in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 4 years in a dedicated project leadership or program management role.
- Proven track record moving assets from research through IND-enabling and clinical studies.
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams, delegate appropriately, and strong understanding of what goes into high quality decision making.
- Experience in areas from target validation and drug discovery through clinical trials.
- Experience utilizing AI tool in drug discovery and development.
- Building effective organizational relationships at senior and peer levels to get important work completed.
- A startup mindset—comfortable with ambiguity and able to alter direction when needed.
- Able to distill critical decisions to facilitate decision making. Able to clearly communicate in writing or presentation, and to so while minimizing misunderstandings or negative reactions.
- Through modeling and artful interactions, continue to build a culture of honesty, integrity and respect for the Altos organization and demonstrate our Altos Behaviors.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: focus on what is best for Altos.
The salary range for Redwood City, CA:
- Project Team Leader: $313,200 - $401,500
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
LI-NN1
For UK applicants, before submitting your application:
- Please click here to read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice (bit.ly/eu_uk_privacy_notice).
- This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We value collaboration and scientific excellence.
We believe that a culture of belonging are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos Labs, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment.
Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific excellence, learning, and belonging.
Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos. Learn more about a common job scam at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-spot-avoid-online-job-scams-biron-clark/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Project Team Leader
Document your supervisory scope before applying
PERM job descriptions must match your actual duties. Gather written evidence of team size managed, project budgets overseen, and cross-functional coordination responsibilities so your employer's labor certification accurately reflects the role you'll fill.
Target industries with active PERM filing histories
Construction management, aerospace, IT infrastructure, and civil engineering firms file PERM applications for Project Team Leader titles far more frequently than retail or hospitality. Filter your job search to sectors where employer sponsorship is an established hiring practice, not an exception.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
If your position requires a bachelor's degree plus progressive supervisory experience, it typically qualifies under EB-3 as a skilled worker. Roles requiring an advanced degree or equivalent specialized credentials may support an EB-2 filing. Check the O*NET occupation profile for your specific job zone classification.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Project Team Leader and related management titles. Targeting companies that have already navigated PERM for this role shortens your path from offer to petition.
Ask about prevailing wage determination early in negotiations
DOL requires employers to pay the OFLC-certified prevailing wage for your location and job duties throughout the green card process. Before accepting an offer, confirm your employer will use the OFLC Wage Search to establish the correct wage level for your title and metro area.
Understand concurrent filing if your priority date is current
For EB-3 applicants from most countries, USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-140 and I-485 adjustment of status when a visa number is immediately available. Confirming your country's priority date before your employer begins PERM can save you 12 to 18 months in total processing time.
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Find Project Team Leader JobsProject Team Leader Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Project Team Leader roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Project Team Leader positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree and several years of supervisory experience. Roles that formally require an advanced degree or demonstrate specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's PERM job description, not your personal resume alone, determines which category applies.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 annually, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency, and isn't limited by an employer-specific cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM and I-140 together typically take 12 to 24 months before adjustment of status can begin, compared to H-1B's faster initial approval.
What documents should I prepare to support a PERM application for a Project Team Leader role?
You'll need official transcripts, degree certificates, and any professional licenses relevant to your industry. A detailed letter from a current or former employer documenting your supervisory responsibilities, team size, and project scope helps the employer's attorney write a PERM job description that accurately reflects the role. Foreign credentials may require a USCIS-recognized evaluation for equivalency purposes.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor green cards for Project Team Leader positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Project Team Leader roles filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history. This is more reliable than applying broadly, since most job postings don't specify whether PERM sponsorship is available. Focusing on companies that have previously sponsored this title means you're negotiating with employers who already understand the process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or other nonimmigrant status?
Yes. PERM labor certification is independent of your current nonimmigrant status and can be filed while you remain on H-1B, O-1, or TN status. Filing early matters because your priority date is established when USCIS receives the I-140 petition, not when PERM begins. USCIS allows H-1B holders with an approved I-140 to extend their status in three-year increments beyond the standard six-year cap.
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