Director Of Project Management (R&D)

Overview

• Lead program management for late-stage pharmaceutical development and registration projects.
• Collaborate across functional areas to ensure strategic and operational alignment.
• Drive lifecycle management planning for investigational drug products.
• Facilitate risk management and innovative problem-solving approaches.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and communication tools effectively.
• Enhance program management systems and processes for organizational needs.
• Support regulatory submission preparation and execution.
• Contribute to cross-functional prioritization and decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and execute integrated program strategies and operational plans.
• Identify and address cross-functional gaps and optimize execution.
• Proactively manage project execution and maintain risk management plans.
• Provide leadership and support to product teams and sub-teams.
• Ensure strong communication and logistical operations across the business.
• Contribute to program management system enhancements and innovations.
• Facilitate transparency and solution-oriented approaches within teams.
• Support regulatory submission processes and lifecycle management planning.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in scientific or engineering disciplines; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of pharmaceutical product development experience.
• Expertise in managing late-stage development and regulatory submissions.
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Excel; knowledge of Planview and SmartSheet beneficial.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience in lifecycle management and strategic planning.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed leadership environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and timelines efficiently.