Senior Director, Project Management Clinical Development (Biotech, Oncology)

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Director, Project Management partners with project leaders and department leaders to oversee progress of development programs. Ensures timely communication of project information to cross-functional stakeholders and serves as liaison between project teams and executive management. Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing oncology drug development projects (IND-enabling, Phase 1 to 3, NDA/BLA filing submissions). This is a leadership position that will play a critical role in the creation and implementation of processes to enable efficient progress of development programs and ensure transparency.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Responsible for directly managing one or more clinical development projects and overseeing management of projects or project activities by more junior project managers.
• Leads or contributes to PM and Development department initiatives to establish and implement best practices.
• May facilitate governance processes, serving as a liaison between project teams and senior/executive management to address issues and ensure appropriate project oversight.
• Supports and facilitates career development of PM staff. Provides insights and education based on experience. Monitors work product of subordinates and provides guidance.
• When functioning in the role of a PM, works in partnership with the PTL and project team to develop and gain approval of the project strategy.
• Facilitates discussion and agreement on clear, concise program goals. Measures and reports progress against agreed milestones. Develops options and recommendations for moving plans forward to maintain milestones and goals.
• Drives project execution through the development and implementation of high quality, integrated cross-functional project plans.
• Identifies risks and issues which pose a challenge to achieving strategic goals; develops and implements plans to mitigate risks, resolve issues and execute corrective actions.
• Ensures that program information is communicated to team members and other project customers. Coordinates communication within the organization as well as with external business partners or consultants.
• Supports the PTL in representing the project team in governance and to senior management.
• Ensures uniform processes/documentation between projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises employees. May indirectly supervise employee(s) via subordinate managers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education/Experience:

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and a minimum of 15 years of related experience; or,
• MS/MA degree in related discipline and a minimum of 13 years of related experience; or,
• PhD in related discipline and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PMP or equivalent certification is preferred.

Experience/The Ideal for Successful Entry into Job:

• At least 5 years of experience managing cross-functional development-stage projects in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience managing oncology projects and/or development of biologics is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Extensive understanding of the full Drug Development process (oncology is preferred).
• Must be able to communicate scientific and business elements associated with assigned projects.
• Self-motivated, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and negotiation skills. Demonstrated ability to drive results without formal authority.
• Highly organized and efficient, close attention to detail and able to orchestrate multiple projects simultaneously.
• High proficiency with MS Office Suite, MS Project, Smartsheet or equivalent project management software.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $214,500 – $305,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

DISCLAIMER 

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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