Director Drug Development Program Management
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Overview
Job Description
Using extensive program management knowledge and experience in the drug development industry, the Director, Development Program Management provides operational leadership, direction and support to a team, program or project of moderate to large scope, [within a given Therapeutic Area] as well as to the DPM department as a whole. The Director, Development Program Management executes the strategic direction of a program from preclinical through commercialization by driving the development and implementation of integrated [project] program plans, goals, budgets, and timelines. Director, Development Program Management is responsible for the successful operation of activities of major significance to the organization.
Please note this role is an onsite position and is not eligible fully remote.
In a typical day you will:
- Provide operational leadership, direction and support of a program throughout its lifecycle, by integrating key stakeholders from Discovery, Manufacturing, Preclinical, Global Development and Commercial.
- Independently lead multiple or complex development programs.
- Partner with the Strategic Program Lead to provide operational leadership of program(s) and supports development and execution of overall program strategy by facilitating cross-functional Strategic Development Team. Independently assesses and proactively addresses the needs of the program from pre-IND through commercialization and makes operational decisions to support requirements for success. Strengthens and leads high performance teams.
- Leverage significant project management experience and knowledge of the drug development process, drives team alignment in creation of integrated project / program plans, timelines and budgets. Ensures efficient delivery of plans. Directs annual program goal setting in alignment with Regeneron’s overall goals and monitors progress against these goals. Champions potential program risks and ensures contingency plans are in place.
- Act as a key liaison between Regeneron and our strategic alliance partners and collaborators (where applicable). Prepares, provides input, and / or manages the process involving major presentations for collaboration meetings effecting key business decisions. Responsible for facilitating and driving decision making in support of the joint strategic objectives of the program.
- Communication: Ensures effective, accurate, and timely scientific / technical program-related communication to the team and Sr. Management. Adept at tailoring communications based on audience, effectively framing and communicating nuanced context for stakeholders and capturing rationale for decisions.
This role may be for you if you:
- Have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with all levels both within and outside the company in order to establish credibility with professionals on the project teams.
- Understand and motivate others and build effective teams.
- Have strong presentation and critical thinking skills.
- Actively promote constructive interactions among team members in order to address difficult situations.
- Resolve and negotiate conflicts or problems with tact, diplomacy and composure.
- Handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management skills (both project and self)
- Thrive in fast paced organizations; expert in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty
In order to be considered qualified, you must have a Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of in-house pharmaceutical program management with knowledge of the drug development process as well as understanding of clinical trials.
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
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