# Project Manager, Diagnostic Operations at Tempus

- Company: Tempus
- What the company does: Backed by NEA.
- Company website: https://www.tempus.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Chicago
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $65K to $80K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-28
- Apply by: 2026-11-12
- Apply: https://tempus.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Tempus_Careers/job/Chicago/Project-Manager--Diagnostic-Operations_JR202600978
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/tempus-project-manager-diagnostic-operations/

## About the role

We're looking for a Project Manager to join our Operational Excellence team to support internal processes and initiatives that keep the diagnostics business unit running efficiently. This is a broad, cross-functional role: the Project Manager will take on projects across a range of teams and workflows, partnering closely with stakeholders throughout the diagnostics organization to improve how work gets done.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related analytical field
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in operations, project management, healthcare/diagnostics, or data and analytics
- Must be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
- Persistent and resilient person who thrives in a fast-paced, highly iterative environment
- Is highly organized and systematic, with superb attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate operational detail into a clear story for leadership