Pacira BioSciences, Inc. ยท 2 hours ago
Senior Manager, Clinical Program Planning
Parsippany, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $165K/yr
6+ years expPacira BioSciences, Inc. is a pioneer in non-opioid pain management and regenerative health solutions. The Clinical Project Planning Senior Manager provides strategic oversight and expert project management across the full lifecycle of clinical programs, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and delivery excellence across Clinical Affairs subfunctions.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain clinical program roadmaps, dashboards, and KPIs to provide leadership with visibility into progress, risks, and strategic opportunities
Support governance activities, including portfolio operational reviews and clinical executive meetings
Partner with clinical trial leads/ functional leads to ensure coordinated oversight of clinical studies/ program timelines from planning, start-up through close-out. Monitor and report milestones across all study phases (Phase 1-4), ensuring that dependencies and critical path activities are proactively managed
Identify and escalate operational risks and delays, ensuring timely mitigation and leadership awareness
Drive data-informed decision-making by providing accurate milestone and resource-tracking insights
Facilitate engagement forums that promote transparency, collaboration, and a culture of operational excellence
Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive tracking systems for all Clinical Affairs sub-functions
Integrate sub-functional plans into a unified portfolio with a view to enable data-driven portfolio management and performance tracking
Ensure all tools and trackers maintain inspection readiness and meet internal quality and compliance standards
Standardize processes and develop playbooks that drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability across programs
Apply project management methodologies (e.g., risk management, scenario planning, change control) to strengthen operational delivery
Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives, promoting the adoption of digital PM tools (e.g., MS Project/ Project Online, Planisware, Smartsheet) and data visualization dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire etc.)
Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure seamless cross-functional execution
Translate complex clinical and operational information into executive-level presentations, supporting strategic decision-making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in clinical program management, clinical development or clinical operations within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Proven track record in leading cross-functional clinical programs or strategic operations initiatives
Demonstrated experience in managing end-to-end clinical program delivery, including clinical stage-gate planning, protocol development through CSR, regulatory submission, and publications, with proven expertise in timeline management, project planning, and milestone tracking across all clinical phases
Strong background in developing project tracking systems, dashboards, or governance tools that enhance visibility and accountability
Experience leading or mentoring cross-functional project teams and applying structured change management practices
Proven leadership and influence in managing cross-functional teams and aligning stakeholders across clinical and corporate functions
Advanced organizational and project management skills with a focus on operational rigor and execution
Strategic and analytical mindset, leveraging data and insights to optimize planning, identify risks, and enhance operational performance
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor technical, clinical, and strategic information for scientific and executive audiences
Agile and resilient in navigating ambiguity and adapting to evolving priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook), Smartsheet, and project management systems (MS Project/ Project Online, Planisware, Smartsheet) and data visualization dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire etc.)
Travel up to 20% as needed
Preferred
PMP certification or equivalent project management training
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred
Benefits
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health Resources
Disability Coverage
Life insurance
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Fertility and Maternity Assistance
401(k) with company match
Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Pacira BioSciences, Inc.
Guided by our belief that better is possible, we innovate and deliver therapies that reimagine life beyond pain, empowering patients and clinicians with advanced options that challenge the status quo of care.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Frank Lee
Chief Executive Officer
Charles A Reinhart, III
Chief Financial Officer
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