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.

Reports to a Drug Development, Program Management Portfolio Lead.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA or Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline. PMP certification is desirable.
• At least 8 years of direct experience in drug development program / project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in various therapy areas.
• Demonstrated varied experience in research and drug development, including global regulatory submissions (IND/CTA through NDA/BLA/MAA/JNDA/ NDA China) and lifecycle management.
• Proven success as a PM delivering programs teams with high level of enterprise visibility. Long-standing experience which demonstrates strong matrix leadership abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, (including full professional English proficiency).
• 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 levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage interdependencies within therapeutic areas, disease areas, functions, and geographies.
• Fully competent in core PM methodologies and tools. Most specifically planning and control, risk management, stakeholder management and soft skills.
• Ability to resolve critical technical/business problems and shape long-term development strategy for programs of enterprise significance.