Drug Development Senior Program Manager

Position Summary

As a Program Manager, this team member is assigned at the asset and/or indication level to deliver integrated cross-functional planning, oversee execution and administrate the PM sub-team(s). They will also operate as a strategic partner to the Global Program Lead (GPL), to shape and deliver the Client Product Profile (TPP) and Integrated Development Strategy (IDP) for the assigned asset(s) and associated product indications. Responsible for the rigorous execution of the IDP individually or in partnership with assigned Program Management team members

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Reports to a Drug Development, Program Management Portfolio Lea

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Duties/Responsibilit

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• Program Management SME delivering as a key partner to the GPL. Serves as a strategic thought partner to the GPL / GPT and core to establish a high performing team environm

ent.• Responsible for the execution of IDP per asset indication, this includes strong partnership with each sub-team and their leadership to ensure alignment to the TPP/IDP and clear understanding of what they are accountable to deli

ver.• Facilitates team goal setting and tracking to ensure adherence to plan and strategy and in preparation for end of year team evaluation proc

ess.• Leads matrixed PM team members (if assigned) to create and maintain integrated cross-functional timelines for each asset indication within approved systems. Timelines should include scenario plans that actively manage risk, evaluate alternative development strategies as well as acceleration opportunities (or cost savin

gs).• Leads risk management activities at the GPT and ensures risk management activities at the sub-teams and below are performed with timely escalation for high probability x high impact risks. Responsible for delivering the risk management plan, including risk management strateg

ies.• Responsible to monitor high level direct budget and resource health for assigned asset(s) and indications. Maintains visibility and advocates for the resources required to deliver the IDP per governance appro

val.• Delivers as a PM SME in discussions with leadership or at governance stage ga

tes.• Supports GPT annual objective processes and budget planning including annual and long-term portfolio proces

ses.• May serve as a matrix manager for Program Management resources assigned to the as

set.• Supports DD PM Portfolio Leads to deliver asset or portfolio content as requi

red.• Foster cross-functional thinking to drive and shape program strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfo

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Qualifica

tions• Advanced degree (MS/MBA or Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline. PMP certification is desir

able.• At least 8 years of direct experience in drug development program / project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in various therapy a

reas.• Demonstrated varied experience in research and drug development, including global regulatory submissions (IND/CTA through NDA/BLA/MAA/JNDA/ NDA China) and lifecycle manage

ment.• Proven success as a PM delivering programs teams with high level of enterprise visibility. Long-standing experience which demonstrates strong matrix leadership abili

ties.• Excellent written and verbal skills, (including full professional English proficie

ncy).• Must be well-organized and have strong attention to detail with an ability to deal with competing priorities; high level of problem-solving capability and business acumen, ability to balance competing priorities and quickly and objectively drive the team towards a path which maximizes value, while maintaining the end-to-end cross-functional

view.• Ability to present, influence, and Product alignment at senior governance and executive leadership le

vels.• Demonstrated ability to manage interdependencies within therapeutic areas, disease areas, functions, and geograp

hies.• Fully competent in core PM methodologies and tools. Most specifically planning and control, risk management, stakeholder management and soft sk

ills.• Ability to resolve critical technical/business problems and shape long-term development strategy for programs of enterprise signific