Director, Program Management

The Role

Reporting to the Vice President, Program Management, the Director, Program Management (DPM) is responsible for providing research program management leadership for the development of the company’s next generation KIT inhibitor. The DPM will work cross-functionally to create and maintain program timeline, budget, and to facilitate execution of activities according to program and corporate strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in expanding the company’s portfolio and increasing the value of program management within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Work with Research and Non-Clinical Teams to develop integrated program plans from Research to Clinical Development while incorporating disease area and prioritization strategies.
• This role involves collaboration and ability to influence cross-functional team members and other key company stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communications with development functions on project strategy and deliverables
• Proactively identify risks on the project and advise teams on options and approaches for mitigations
• Partner with finance to monitor financial budgets and forecasts, and to effectively utilize resources.
• Represent the program status, scenarios, and trade-offs with senior leadership, and internal stakeholders
• Support additional initiatives, including business development opportunities and improvements in processes and governance

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences and 7-10 yrs experience in early stage life sciences and program management
• Extensive understanding of the Drug Development Cycle and experience with novel candidates from discovery to clinical development
• Proven track record of successful cross functional program leadership and management supporting early-stage programs
• Must be adept at working in a fluid environment and nurture a strong collaborative environment; demonstrated influencing aptitude
• Strong written and oral communication skills; including presenting material and gaining alignment
• We value in person collaboration and are looking for someone with a desire and ability to be in the Cambridge office on a routine basis