We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director/Senior Director of Project Management to lead a cross-functional pharmaceutical program from mid to late-stage development. This individual will play a critical role in driving program execution, identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring delivery of key milestones and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. The ideal candidate will bring minimum of 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical project management, with a proven track record of success in managing complex development programs. Experience in hepatology, immunology, or gastroenterology is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Drives execution of cross-functional drug development programs from mid-stage development through regulatory approval and commercial launch
• Partner with Asset Program Leadership, Development, Regulatory, Clinical, Commercial, Medical and Manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives
• Collaborate with Program Head and senior cross-functional leadership to align program goals with corporate strategy and portfolio priorities
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies
• Facilitate program team meetings, decision-making processes, scenario planning, ensuring timely escalation of issues and resolution
• May provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and cross-functional team members
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards
• Champion continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Life sciences, pharmacy, engineering discipline preferred; advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MBA) preferred
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical project or program management, with a proven track record of managing assets across all phases of development
• Strong understanding of drug development processes, regulatory and commercialization strategies
• Experience in hepatology, gastroenterology, or immunology therapeutic areas or with medical devices is a plus – but not required
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred

Position will be hired commensurate with experience. 

The range of starting base pay for this role is 175K – 241K.  Actual starting pay will be based on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education and location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for participation in either (i) our annual bonus program or (ii) a sales incentive plan.

Benefits package includes a comprehensive Medical (includes Prescription Drug), Dental, Vision, , Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with matching company contribution, discretionary time off, paid sick time, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, paid holidays, employee referral bonuses and employee discounts.

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