Senior Program Manager

Job Title: Senior Program Manager
Job Locations: 50% onsite at Princeton Pike
Job Location: 12 Months (possibility of extension)
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Payrate:  $123.29/hr. on W2

Job Summary:

• The Senior Program Manager is assigned to early and/or late development stage asset(s).
• They operate as a strategic partner to the Global Program Lead (GPL), to shape and deliver the Target Product Profile (TPP) and Integrated Development Strategy (IDP) for the assigned asset(s) and associated product indications.
• Responsible for the rigorous execution of the IDP individually or in partnership with assigned Program Management team members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program Management SME delivering as a key partner to the GPL. Serves as the strategic thought partner to the GPL / GPT and core to establish a high performing team environment.
• Responsible for the execution of IDP per asset indication, this includes strong partnership with each sub-team and their leadership to ensure alignment to the TPP/IDP and clear understanding of what they are accountable to deliver.
• Leads matrixed PM team members to create and maintain integrated cross-functional timelines for each asset indication within approved systems. Timelines should include scenario plans that actively manage risk, evaluate alternative development strategies as well as acceleration opportunities (or cost savings).
• Leads risk management activities at the GPT and ensures risk management activities at the sub-teams and below are performed with timely escalation for high probability x high impact risks. Responsible for delivering the risk management plan, including risk mitigation strategies.
• Responsible to monitor high level direct budget and resource health for assigned asset(s) and indications. Maintains visibility and advocates for the resources required to deliver the IDP per governance approval.
• Delivers as a PM SME in discussions with leadership or at governance stage gates.
• Supports GPT annual objective processes and budget planning including annual and long-term portfolio processes.
• May serve as a matrix manager for Program Management resources assigned to the asset.
• Supports DD PM Portfolio Leads to deliver asset or portfolio content as required.
• Foster cross-functional thinking to drive and shape program strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfolio.
• Expected to lead as a change agent and a strong representative of the DD PM department vision and ways of working.

Required Education and Certifications:

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA or Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline.
• PMP certification is desirable.

Required Experience:

• 12 years of industry experience, with at least 10 years of direct experience in drug development program / project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in various therapy areas.
• Demonstrated experience in nearly all phases of research and drug development, including global regulatory submissions (IND/CTA through NDA/BLA/MAA/JNDA/ NDA China) and lifecycle management.
• Proven success as a PM delivering complex programs teams with high level of enterprise visibility.
• Long-standing experience which demonstrates strong matrix leadership abilities.
• Strong executive presence with ability to present, influence, and Product alignment at senior governance and executive leadership levels.

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