About the role

  • Lead project planning, execution, and monitoring activities across cross-functional teams, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within scope.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, dashboards, decision trackers, risk registers, and communication tools to support program transparency and accountability.
  • Facilitate regular project team meetings, drive agenda setting, capture action items, and ensure timely follow-up.
  • Identify and manage project risks and issues; propose mitigation strategies and escalate as appropriate.
  • Partner closely with CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and R&D teams to ensure seamless coordination of activities.
  • Support governance presentations and status updates for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Assist with budget tracking, resource forecasting, and vendor management in collaboration with functional leads.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and templates.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving across all teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years of experience; advanced degree (M.S./Ph.D. 8+) or PMP certification is a plus.
  • 5+ years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences program management; cell therapy or other oncology experience highly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of drug development process including Clinical, Regulatory, and/or CMC, especially pivotal-to-BLA
  • Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects to meet aggressive goals in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Successful experience interfacing with external partners (CDMOs, CROs etc.)
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
  • Demonstrated experience in developing timelines, risk assessments, and budget tracking.
  • Highly collaborative mindset with the ability to lead without direct authority.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company contributions to health savings and retirement accounts
  • Ample paid time off
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Rich career growth opportunities

Job title

Associate Director, Program Management

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$171,000 - $209,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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