Lead Program Management Director (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director of Program Management. In this leadership role, you will be pivotal in driving cross-functional execution and shaping the strategic direction for drug development programs. Your work will enable timely decisions and ensure that programs are advanced from discovery to clinical development effectively. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will help to create integrated plans that align with the overarching objectives of the organization. Your leadership will be instrumental in mentoring junior staff and streamlining processes that enhance operational efficiency across the portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the biotech industry while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Accountabilities

• Provide senior PM leadership and strategic oversight for drug development programs.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Program Global Product Leader.
• Own and drive integrated program plans and critical paths.
• Organize and facilitate key team meetings with clear agendas and documentation.
• Accurately maintain and track detailed timelines and milestones.
• Identify key dependencies, risks, and issues, and drive mitigation strategies.
• Maintain dashboards for program status and critical path updates.
• Facilitate cross-functional communications for project updates.
• Lead governance reviews and executive program presentations.
• Champion consistency in PM practices across the team.
• Support development of PM tools, templates, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of biotechnology/pharmaceutical experience with 7+ years in project/program management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Strong strategic thinking and connection of program activities to portfolio objectives.
• Proven PM fundamentals, including meeting, timeline, and risk management.
• Proactive and able to operate under competing priorities and ambiguity.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
• Experiences with project/portfolio management tools and collaboration systems.
• Formal project management training or certification preferred.
• Oncology drug development and regulatory submission experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $186,000 - $233,000.
• Discretionary annual target bonus.
• Stock options and ESPP offered.
• 401k match for retirement savings.
• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and families.
• 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays.
• Winter shutdown for company-wide break.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.