Executive Director, Program Management - Pharmaceutical

Position Summary:

The Executive Director, Program Management will work closely with product teams and R&D functions to translate asset strategy into integrated development plans and drive execution of key program objectives.  Working closely with the product team members across non-clinical development, clinical development/science, clinical operations, regulatory, medical writing and biometrics, this role will guide strategic planning, manage timelines and interdependencies, identify and mitigate risks, integrate project plans, and facilitate timely decision-making. This role will report to the Vice President, Asset Strategy.

This is a hybrid role (2-3 days a week) at our Newark, CA office.  We will only consider local candidates at this time.

Responsibilities:

• Lead team discussions on project strategies, short-term and long-term project planning, opportunities for expediting timelines, and identification of resource constraints, ensuring appropriate escalation
• Partner with R&D functions and manage overlapping timelines and interdependent deliverables to ensure timely execution of clinical operations activities and regulatory submissions.
• Support Product Team meetings and discussions using meeting management best practices to drive, scenario planning, cross-functional communication, decision-making, and execution of program objectives
• Develop agendas and summarize key meeting discussions and decisions, including providing program updates and recommendations to senior leadership
• Develop, track and maintain project development timelines (integrated project plans), project deliverables and milestones
• Provide project management guidance by communicating interdependencies, critical path activities, and alignment with corporate goals
• Work closely with and build strong working relationships with cross-functional team members and external vendors to develop a collaborative team environment.
• Lead scenario planning to evaluate development options and their implications for timelines, costs, resources, and program risk
• Establish and improve program management practices, tools, and reporting to strengthen execution across the development portfolio

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of project management experience in drug development, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of Drug Development process and US and ex-US regulatory requirements, including demonstrated NDA/BLA submissions experience
• Essential experience in early-stage programs (pre-clinical through Phase I/II) and late-stage program development (Phase II/III pivotal)
• Proven project management leadership with ability to drive complex programs with alignment from the cross-functional teams to meet business needs
• Proven ability to balance the strategic needs of the program with tactical day-to-day activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, diplomacy, and the ability to influence others
• Highly collaborative team player who promotes open communication and responds effectively to urgent needs
• Proven ability to develop and manage accurate integrated project plans and timelines, with proficiency in Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and Excel
• PMP certification preferred