Manager - Program Management

As leaders in the pharmaceutical support industry, UBC (United BioSource) is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow.

We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare . At UBC, we provide services to enhance the entire drug development process and commercialization lifecycle - From clinical trial support to real-world evidence generation.

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Brief Summary

The Manager Program Management manages day-to-day activity of program(s) and supervises staff. Extensive interaction with internal and external client(s).

Acts as the primary contact for the assigned program(s). This position involves hiring, scheduling, training, and development of direct and indirect reports.

Recognizes, recommends, and implements operational improvement. Works with Senior Manager or Director to develop policies, procedures, and the business work plan for assigned program(s).

Position may support multiple small clients or one large client. Provides direction, coordinates, and supervises the activities of the operational team using established policies and procedures.

Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion, coordinates work activities with other supervisors and managers.

Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall quality and efficiency.

Specific Job Duties

• Manage program(s) per the scope of work, program, and standard operating procedures within the contracted budget.
• Manage daily activity of the program operation and ensure proper flow of work throughout the program's life, including staff supervision.
• Working knowledge of protocol(s), contract requirements, program workflow and / or scope of work for assigned program(s).
• Monitor program metrics to ensure adherence to program SLAs (service level agreements).
• Aid management decisions on program development and design and / or restructuring of program requirements.
• Travel to and attend related meetings / conferences as required.
• Presentation of program information to internal and external customers.
• Participate in interviewing prospective employees, evaluating current employees, and training employees as needed.
• Participate in team communication and collaboration during development and start-up, management, and close-out of assigned programs.
• Participate in client kick-off and planning meeting(s).
• Participate in internal and external team meetings.
• Translate decisions and discussions into documented workflow processes.
• Facilitate coordination of teams and team members to achieve successful program start-up.
• Assist in developing program metrics.
• Participate in client and / or FDA audits.
• Identify improvement of program processes.
• Gather information on effectiveness of processes throughout the duration of programs.
• Collect and interpret program metrics, as applicable.
• Report and analyze process efficiencies, as applicable.
• Ensure training materials are accurate and continually evaluate the need for group training sessions or additional training materials for the program.
• Maintain program team performance by ensuring compliance with company and project goals.
• Manage the dual role of supervising staff and supporting the maintenance of respective program applications.
• Maintain program team performance by planning, monitoring and appraising job results while ensuring a high level of team performance.
• Assist with the analysis and writing of client reports and other deliverables such as the presentation of program information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle escalated and unresolved issues that may require deviation from standard procedures or require extensive research for resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline or associate degree and equivalent work experience.
• 5 8 years of relevant experience, or 3 5 years of experience with master's degree.
• 2 years of related healthcare or pharmaceutical experience.
• 1-year previous managerial experience.
• Strong computer skills with specific aptitude in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally to proactively communicate and to resolve issues with the highest sense of urgency.
• Highly developed written communication and documentation skills to develop program materials, program specific procedures, and application requirements.
• Client interfacing skills to cultivate and manage relationships.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze information and target trends.
• Organize people and systems to achieve goals.
• Working knowledge of customer service processes preferred.

At UBC, employee growth and well-being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally.

Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers :

• Remote opportunities.
• Competitive salaries.
• Growth opportunities for promotion.
• 401K with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work environment.
• Discretionary PTO (Paid Time Off) OR 20 days (about 3 weeks) of PTO.
• Paid Holidays.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA / FSA.
• Telemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments).
• Wellness program.
• Adoption assistance.
• Short term disability.
• Long term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Discount programs.

UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.

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