Director, Program Management

Roivant’s mission is to systematically reduce the time, cost, and risk of delivering new medicines to market by accelerating the development of promising drug candidates to improve the lives of patients and their families. Since its inception in 2014 Roivant has achieved the following critical milestones in support of its vision:  launched over 20 portfolio companies (Vants); 5 successful IPOs; $3B partnership with global pharma; pipeline of over 40 assets across various modalities and therapeutic areas; 8 successful phase 3 readouts since 2019.  Building upon this track record of establishing a robust pipeline through in-licensing and acquisition of novel assets and technology platforms, Roivant is currently building new capabilities in drug discovery and expanding upon existing development disciplines to become the first large tech-enabled pharmaceutical company.

As the centralized engine for innovation and development the Roivant R&D team is responsible for: 1) discovery efforts focused on integrating computational and medicinal chemistry methods in order to establish R&D leadership positions in oncology, immunology and rare diseases; 2) working hand in hand with Business Development to establish the scientific rationale and initial development strategy for in-licensing opportunities; 3) providing tactical and strategic R&D support to stand up new portfolio companies (Vants) and advance development efforts across the portfolio. 

Position Summary

Roivant is seeking a knowledgeable cross-functional drug development program manager with strong project leadership skills that enjoys working in a high energy, entrepreneurial environment. Manage development projects from initiation through product launch by establishing and leading cross-functional product development teams and project management tools. Lead the coordination of due diligence in-licensing activities for the R&D team. The program manager is the focal point for senior management program communication and will interact with, and influence, senior internal and external stakeholders. The Program Manager will develop and manage timelines to ensure project deliverables are being met on time and within budget. This is a highly-visible and critical role that offers a chance to make significant contributions to various research and development programs in several therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation by establishing development strategy, schedules, and budgets.
• Resolves project issues by working with team members, project customers, and others as appropriate
• Responsible for identifying critical project issues and risks, and timely communication to senior leadership
• Excellent communication and time management skills to meet expectations of all stakeholders
• Maintains direct interaction with R&D, quality, regulatory, operations, and manufacturing organizations in the Company and with external partners
• Develops and utilizes key program management tools, processes, analytics and documentation to ensure efficient cross-functional program planning, execution, monitoring (metrics) and to ensure efficient tracking and reporting.
• Lead and manage the projects effectively and to ensure they are delivered on time, on budget, and to agreed quality standards by generating high quality global strategic integrated project plans
• Managing standards, procedures and practices of record-keeping

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in the health sciences and have a demonstrated track record of success
• Experience in pharmaceutical drug development is required
• Preclinical and Phase I/II/III/IV expertise, and 5+ years of experience in managing and/or leading cross-functional drug development teams
• Drug development knowledge with advanced understanding of other functions including, but not limited to: Research, Pre-Clinical, Clinical, Manufacturing and Operations, Commercial, Regulatory, Safety and Payer
• Proficiency with project management tools and analytics
• Knowledge of applicable quality and regulatory standards requirements for pharmaceutical industry
• Experience project managing the in-licensing due diligence process is a plus
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and Product Development Process requirements
• Demonstrated leadership skills in collaborating and influencing cross-functionally
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and execution skill Experience using MS Project or equivalent is a must
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Critical thinking/problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated competencies in all aspects of project management
• PMP certification desired