Intuitive · 2 days ago
Senior Program Manager - Fluorescence Imaging
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$167K/yr - $241K/yr
8+ years expIntuitive is a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, committed to advancing minimally invasive care. The Senior Program Manager will oversee and drive cross-functional development programs for small molecule therapeutics, ensuring timely execution and compliance with global regulatory standards.
Health CareManufacturingMedical Device
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams through all stages of small molecule drug development, from preclinical through late-stage clinical studies
Drive end-to-end program lifecycle – initiation to closure – ensuring stakeholder alignment and objective clarity
Oversee CMC timelines and deliverable completion for activities that include process development, manufacturing, analytical methods, formulation, stability, and clinical supply readiness across multiple suppliers to ensure that materials are delivered on time and within budget
Coordinate with Nonclinical activities such as toxicology, PK/PD, safety pharmacology, and ADME studies to enable on time regulatory submissions
Partner with Regulatory Affairs to develop and implement regulatory strategy toward NDA completion and submission
Develop and maintain integrated project plans covering scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and risk management strategies
Track progress against milestones, anticipate issues, and implement corrective actions when necessary
Provide clear, concise updates and presentations to executive leadership, governance committees, and external stakeholders
Identify and mitigate program risks across technical, regulatory, operational, and financial dimensions
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field (PhD, PharmD, MS, or equivalent strongly preferred)
8–12+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with at least 5 years in program management
Proven track record managing small molecule development programs through IND-enabling studies and clinical phases to NDA Submission
Experience with CMC, regulatory submissions, clinical operations, and non-clinical activities
Strong understanding of the drug development lifecycle, from discovery through commercialization
Familiarity with global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH guidelines) and compliance standards (GxP)
Advanced program management skills with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
Ability to communicate complex issues clearly to both technical teams and executive leadership
Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving, organizational, and risk management capabilities
Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to influence without authority to deliver broad impact
Experience working with senior leadership and presenting to executive stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to synthesize complex topics into clear, actionable plans
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Preferred
Prior experience in biopharmaceutical launch
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred
Knowledge of Design Controls under US and International Regulations preferred
Proven ability to think strategically, plan and align product development with business goals and market needs
Naturally accountable, a self-starter, self-motivated, self-directed, self-sustaining
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, written and verbal, to all levels of an organization
Benefits
Market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity
Company
Intuitive
Intuitive designs and manufactures robotic-assisted surgical systems.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
St. Cloud Capital
2003-04-30Post Ipo Equity
2000-06-23IPO
1996-01-01Seed· $5M
Leadership Team
Craig Child
Sr. Vice President, Human Resources
Gillian Duncan
Senior Vice President, Professional Education & Program Services - Worldwide
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