Associate Director, Tools & Templates, R&D Performance Management Office
CSL
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Melbourne • Australia
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About the role
- Lead the development, design, governance, implementation and continuous improvement of required Project Management Tools, Templates and standards for R&D to enable consistent, compliant, and high-quality project delivery across the R&D portfolio
- Design, develop, systematize and maintain a standardized suite of required tools, templates and supportive frameworks for R&D Project Management excellence
- Update and refine tools and templates using AI and digital technologies/solutions
- Key customer lead for development and continued improvement of Tools and Templates
- Gather regular user feedback and performance data to assess effectiveness and usability of tools and templates
- Liaise with Continuous Improvement & Process Management Leads to ensure that Tools & Templates support and are aligned with R&D and PM processes, portfolio and project governance forums
- Liaise with GPLs, PMs, PSTs, TA Delivery Leads and Functional representatives to embed best practices, regulatory expectations and operational excellence into day-to-day project execution
- Lead liaison with Technology Enabling Support (TES) for digital solution development and platform optimization
- Drive adoption and consistent use of tools and templates across the R&D organization
- Provide clear guidance on when and how to use tools across different project contexts supporting capability-building initiatives through workshops, training sessions, and communities of practice
- Monitor external trends, digital solutions and emerging best practices to modernize tools and ways of working
Requirements
- 10+ years in R&D Project Management, operations or equivalent
- Experience working in cross-functional R&D teams
- Established and credible strength in project management and training
- In-depth knowledge in drug research and development of pharmaceuticals
- An advanced degree in Science, Master of Business Administration (MBA), PMP certification, or equivalent is a plus
- Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting, and to meet set goals by managing own timelines
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in development and implementation of tools/templates and frameworks for R&D PM operations
- Familiarity with training systems, platforms and PM tools and systems
Benefits
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Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementtool developmenttemplate designcontinuous improvementAI technologiesdigital solutionsperformance data analysisregulatory complianceoperational excellencetraining development
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationcollaborationindependent workgoal managementuser feedback gatheringguidance provisioncapability building
Certifications
PMP certificationMaster of Business Administration (MBA)