Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. · 12 hours ago
Associate Director, Program Management
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
7+ years expSumitomo Pharma America, Inc. is a global pharmaceutical company focused on addressing patient needs in oncology and other therapeutic areas. They are seeking an Associate Director of Program Management to shape and execute program strategies in oncology, driving cross-functional initiatives and guiding teams through complex development projects.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Supports cross-functional program teams to develop strategic plans for compounds integrating development, commercial, technical, and financial considerations
Supports program team decision-making and management of early-stage compounds to better understand science and establish clinical development plans
Apply drug development knowledge and experience to support the efficient and rigorous management of product candidates, as reflected in the design and conduct of studies
Support effective and impactful communication related to program strategy to ensure active management of issues, risks, decisions, and opportunities related to all internal and external activities
Ensure collaboration across the Program Team for maximum team effectiveness
Drive cross-functional initiatives and guide teams through complex projects. Proactively identify and resolve challenges to support successful program execution
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years (w/o Masters) or 6 years (with Master's) of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry
A minimum of 5 years' R&D experience leading cross-functional teams
Bachelor's degree required
Experience supporting early clinical stage drug development programs
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills to help teams address challenges
Ability to recognize priorities, assist in aligning plans, and encourage collaboration across functions
Effective relationship building and communication skills to work well with colleagues at all levels
General understanding of the drug development process and life cycle management, with exposure to areas such as commercial, medical affairs, clinical research, finance, regulatory, and compliance
Solid program management skills and organizational awareness to help connect information and support team effectiveness
Skills in collaboration, team building, communication, planning, and problem-solving
Excellent written and oral communication skills required
Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Experience in early clinical stage drug development in oncology preferred
Benefits
Merit-based salary increases
Short incentive plan participation
Eligibility for our 401(k) plan
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
Leaves provided in line with your work state
Flexible paid time off
11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December
80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter
Company
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is a science-based, technology-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering therapeutic and scientific breakthroughs in areas of critical patient need in oncology, urology, women’s health, rare disease, cell and gene therapies and CNS.
Founded in 2023Marlborough, Massachusetts, US
1001-5000 employeesH1B Sponsorship
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adele Gulfo
Chief Executive Officer, Biopharma Commercial
Myrtle Potter
President and Chief Executive Officer, Sumitomo Pharma America
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