As the Head of Program Management, you will lead the cross-functional planning and execution of our clients pipeline programs, ensuring alignment with key company objectives and regulatory compliance.
You will oversee the program lifecycle, from early-stage development through clinical phase III, managing cross-functional teams and optimizing resources to drive successful outcomes.
This is a senior leadership role that requires a proactive and collaborative individual who can navigate complex projects in a fast-paced biotech environment.
Responsibilities :
- Program Planning : Develop and implement program objectives and timelines that align with company goals and budgets. Set priorities and allocate resources effectively to ensure program success.
- Program Management Function Leadership : Oversee the Program Management function and team, including defining and building capabilities necessary to meet function objectives.
- Cross-Functional Leadership : Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, CMC, clinical development, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure alignment and achieve program objectives.
- Program Execution : Oversee the entire program lifecycle, ensuring milestones are met, risks are managed, and project timelines are adhered to.
Drive program progress through proactive problem-solving and decision-making.
- Stakeholder Communication : Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Provide clear and concise program updates, reports, and presentations to executive leadership and board members.
- Risk Management & Mitigation : Identify potential risks and implement strategies for mitigation to ensure program continuity and success.
Conduct regular reviews and adjust plans as needed.
- Budget & Resource Management : Partner with senior management to allocate and optimize both internal and external resources, capital, vendors, consultants, and contract organizations.
- Regulatory & Compliance Oversight : Coordinate with regulatory and quality teams to ensure compliance with relevant regulations / quality standards and support successful product approvals / submissions.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Masters or Ph.D. preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical program management, with an emphasis on Clinical stage II and III.
Minimum of 3 years experience in a team leadership role.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex biotech programs, from early development through Clinical Phase III.
- Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and novel drug development processes in the biotech space.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on delivering results.
- PMP or other relevant project management certifications are a plus.