Director, Program Management

Program Management         ·            Durham, NC, US            ·           Full time 

Job Description

Title: Director, Program Management

Department: Program Management

Reports to: VP, Program and Portfolio Management

Summary:

The Director, Program Management is the operational team leader for development programs, working alongside the Program Leader(s), and providing project management support to BRII’s development teams.   The successful candidate will be responsible for driving execution of program activities with the Program Team and ensuring alignment across strategic/operational/tactical plans, in support of the overall objectives and priorities of the program.  The Director will manage the operational plan and deliverables of the program/project so that they are achieved on or ahead of schedule, on budget, and support the target product profile, business deliverables, and/or key decisions required.  

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership to Development Teams in partnership with the Project Leader in driving strategy development and ensuring execution according to plan. 
• Drives milestone decision point planning and associated deliverables across functions to achieve the overall program objectives.  Clearly defines the critical path and generates clear decision criteria for the project.
• Understands the interdependency of activities across functions. Is able to create a development plan encompassing all relevant functions (clinical, CMC, regulatory, nonclinical, quality, etc.) with the experience to identify interdependencies and interfaces across each function.
• Leads the process for evaluation of alternative development options to operationally deliver plan. Drives development of solutions, criteria, and implications to manage risk.
• Ensures that project schedule, resource management and project controls are established and maintained.  
• Manages an integrated project budget and resource plan in partnership with finance team member, and functional line representatives on the team.
• Works in close partnership with the VP, Program and Portfolio Management, Program Leaders and various members of the Corporate Executive Team and Program Team to ensure alignment of project goals and objectives of the programs, and provides project information and context necessary to support portfolio review and prioritization.   
• Engages robust project management skills to drive projects to key decision points and milestones.  Proactive management of the critical path, operational feasibility of strategic plans with high quality, active identification and management of project risk, adherence to budget and alignment of operational execution.
• Leads regular meetings of Program Team and subteams, as needed. Responsible for written communication, in particular meeting agendas and summaries/minutes, action logs, and timelines. Coordinates preparation for and participates in Governance and Portfolio Review meetings
• Work closely with Alliance Management to assist with communication to partners regarding program timelines, budget, activities.
• Participates in the development and optimization of various project management tolls supporting program teams
• Ability to work across time zones and cultures
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS) with at least 8 years related experience, or Master’s degree with at least 5 years of related experience.
• Exposure to cross-functional drug development across various phases (Pre-clinical – Phase 3 is desired
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage multiple priorities and workflow.
• Highly motivated, goal and detailed-oriented, diligent and strategic.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Able to integrate scientific knowledge into program decisions
• Ability to work on multiple programs simultaneously
• Prior project management skills, PMP certified desirable
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving–Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Reasons when dealing with emotional issues.
• Interpersonal Skills–Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Communication–Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs.
• Leadership–Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Ethics–Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking–Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment–Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Initiative–Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation–Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.

Physical Demands And Work Environment:

• Frequently/Continually required to work across multiple time zones (US East and West Coast Standard Time). Occasionally required to work across time zones including China Beijing Time.
• Occasionally required to travel domestically to work with project team
• Frequently/Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard

Please apply by sending your resume (.pdf format) to jobs@briibio.com.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Brii Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for team members from all backgrounds.

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