New Product Development (NPD) Coordinator

Company Overview

Founded in 2004, Applied Biological Materials (abm) Inc. develops and commercializes life science tools that support scientific research and drug discovery. Our technologies and product portfolio include cell engineering, CRISPR gene editing, induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), stem cell differentiation, organoids, and advanced cell models.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with operations in the United States, China, and France, abm serves academic institutions, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), and government research laboratories worldwide.

To support our continued expansion, we are seeking a New Product Development (NPD) Coordinator to support new product development across scientific and commercial teams. You will maintain project records, follow up on action items, and help teams prepare for product launches.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate new product development activities from project initiation through launch, working with the NPD lead and cross-functional teams
• Maintain NPD project trackers, timelines, status updates, and organized project records.
• Follow up with task owners on deliverables and deadlines; flag delays and missing information to the NPD lead.
• Support ongoing product information and lifecycle updates including documentation, pricing, packaging, specifications, and website content
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare materials, record decisions, and track action items.
• Coordinate information and handoffs among NPD, R&D, Marketing, Sales, and Operations.
• Compile and check the completeness of product information, validation records, and launch materials for review by the responsible teams.
• Support accurate product data entry and system updates for new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in project coordination, administration, or operations an asset. Relevant co-op and internship experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and follow through on competing deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and the ability to learn project tracking and business systems.

Preferred

• Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, or another technical environment; familiarity with scientific terminology.
• Experience supporting product development or launches, maintaining product data, or using project tracking tools.

Compensation

• CAD $50,000-$60,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
• Semi-annual performance-based bonuses.
• Group extended health and dental benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Work Location

• 1-3671 Viking Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2J5, Canada.
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week; one-year contract with potential for permanent employment.
• 100% onsite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to work onsite in Richmond from the first day of employment.

*We thank all applicants for interest in abm and the role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.