Kelonia Therapeutics

Director/Sr. Director, Program Management

Kelonia Therapeutics

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Boston • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $190,000 - $286,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Partner closely with the Development team and Chief Development Officer to define and refine oncology program strategy, stakeholder engagement plans, and overall program leadership priorities.
  • Translate clinical development strategy into a comprehensive, functionally integrated project plan incorporating goals, key objectives, deliverables, assumptions, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
  • Drive structured, transparent decision-making processes, cross-functional alignment and timely communication of outcomes across Clinical, Regulatory, CMC, Nonclinical, Quality and other enabling functions.
  • Ensure identification, assessment, and proactive management of program risks; collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and execute mitigation strategies.
  • Evaluate alternative development scenarios (costs, timelines, risks, strategic tradeoffs) and use pattern recognition to support data-driven decision-making at stage gates and governance reviews and enable early identification of emerging risks.
  • Support advancement through key oncology milestones such as regulatory interactions, data readouts, and late-stage clinical planning as applicable.
  • Lead global cross-functional team meetings and governance interactions, including agenda setting, preparation of materials, facilitation, documentation of decisions, and follow-up on action items.
  • Ensure effective information flow within the cross-functional program team and across advisory and executive governance bodies.
  • Serve as the owner of core program documentation including integrated project plan, budget, timelines, and approved program assumptions that support financial forecasting, portfolio analyses, and business planning processes.
  • Apply oncology drug development expertise to coach and mentor team members, strengthening cross-functional understanding and execution effectiveness.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes, enhance operational rigor, and improve cross-functional collaboration.
  • Monitor and assess partnership performance, ensuring timely achievement of milestones and contractual agreements while also implementing corrective measures as needed.
  • Act as primary point of contact for partner organizations as well as develop and manage operational aspects of the alliance, including governance, committees, research plans, and budgets.
  • Demonstrates strategic foresight by anticipating emerging risks and opportunities before they materialize.
  • Support corporate/portfolio development initiatives, diligence activities, and broader portfolio strategy efforts as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field required; advanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD, MD, or MBA) strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
  • At least 5+ years of direct development program management experience leading cross-functional global drug development teams.
  • Demonstrated oncology drug development experience is required; CAR-T, Myeloma and Lymphoma experience a plus.
  • Proven track record advancing oncology programs through IND and into clinical development; experience supporting later-stage milestones.
  • Broad knowledge of clinical drug development processes, regulatory frameworks, and oncology-specific development considerations including biomarker-driven strategies.
  • Strong expertise in integrated program planning, resource forecasting, risk management, and scenario modeling.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership and Board of Director level meetings.
  • Experience using program management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Office Timeline, OnePager Pro) and strong proficiency in MS Office suite and document management systems.
  • Proven ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment in a matrixed organization.
  • Experience supporting global development programs and external partnerships preferred.
Benefits
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Health insurance
  • Commuter perks
  • On-site perks including free parking
  • State-of-the-art gym
  • Food hall
  • Collaborative and inclusive team environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
oncology drug developmentprogram managementrisk managementresource forecastingscenario modelingclinical drug development processesregulatory frameworksbiomarker-driven strategiescross-functional team leadershipfinancial forecasting
Soft Skills
exceptional communicationinfluence without authoritystrategic foresightcross-functional collaborationmentoringdecision-makingstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingfacilitationdocumentation
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciencesadvanced degree (MS, PhD, PharmD, MD, or MBA)