Line manage Development Project Managers
Coach more junior staff in the nuances of managing a development project—management of team dynamics, comprehending stages of development and how functional inputs interact to ensure project progression, coaching on Our Company/ our Research & Development Division /GPAM processes, and PM skills
Lead change by clearly communicating the “what and why,” ensuring understanding and holding staff accountable for adoption; driving innovation by challenging assumptions, experimenting, learning from outcomes, and scaling impactful ideas
Working with staff to: Align and set individual priorities, establish measurable outcomes, track progress, and assign clear ownership for deliverables
Objectively and accurately assesses employees' skills, capabilities, and performance in the context of their projects, independently of stakeholder feedback
Gives timely, specific and appropriate feedback about performance, development needs and development progress; reinforce efforts and progress
Prepare and participate in Talent Sessions and Calibrations

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Eight (8) years of experience in PM or related role/expertise in pharma and/or biotech or related role in product development/pharma/biotech
Project Management certification / training (PMP) and / or coursework & training in Project Management
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, PharmD, Ph.D.) preferred.
Twelve (12) years of experience preferred, or equivalent combination of advanced education and relevant experience and/or training.
Six (6) years of experience in direct people management or demonstrated experience building/cultivating talent
Planning and execution of strategies for drug/vaccine product registration and commercialization/life-cycle management (can be R&D, manufacturing or commercial perspective), with demonstrated ability to translate knowledge and expertise to other development teams and areas
Proven ability to evaluate, integrate, recommend, contribute to development of conceptual plans for, and guide implementation of, strategic, process, and team improvement and change initiatives cross-functionally.
High emotional intelligence with strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementDrug product registrationVaccine commercializationLife-cycle managementStrategic planningProcess improvementChange managementTeam managementPerformance assessmentCoaching

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationEmotional intelligenceFeedback deliveryTeam dynamics managementAccountabilityInnovationCollaborationPrioritizationCoaching junior staff

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Project Management training