Syndax Pharmaceuticals · 23 hours ago

Associate Director, Early Development - Program Management

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Drive program and project management for drug discovery and pre-clinical development phases, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timelines. Build and facilitate internal cross-functional core teams.

Schedule and facilitate meetings, prepare agendas and meeting minutes, track action items, manage team dynamics, and escalate risks as appropriate, to ensure execution of research plans.

Provide expert program management support and guidance on early development processes, from target identification through to IND filing.

Coordinate and participate in meetings with both internal and external partners, working with them to develop and foster productive cross-company relationships; assist with governance meetings and other activities.

Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets to achieve key milestones and deliverables.

Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure program success.

Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status and progress. Work with Project Leader on program objectives and priorities, scenario planning, governance presentations.

Qualification

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Program ManagementEarly Drug DiscoveryProject Management CertificationCross-Functional Team LeadershipProject Management ToolsRisk ManagementLaboratory Experience

Required

BA/BS in a relevant science field

Minimum 5 years of experience in Program Management or an adjacent role in biotech

Overall experience in the industry 7+ years

Significant experience in early drug discovery (e.g., target identification, hit to-lead stages) and late drug discovery (e.g., candidate stage, preclinical/IND enabling stages) in the capacity as a program/project manager

Prior experience managing or working within cross-functional project teams with timeline management and budgetary responsibility on early-stage drug development programs

Strong experience working with external partners, including contract labs, CROs, CDMOs, and others to ensure clear project scope, timelines, deliverables, and oversight

Early Development Expertise: Knowledge of early drug development including the transition of novel candidates from discovery through first in man studies

Project Management Experience: Extensive experience in project management, with a strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address technical issues and improve tool functionality

Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively listen to, collaborate with, and design new solutions with team members and stakeholders

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; ability to adapt to changes with demonstrated flexibility to pivot fearlessly as warranted and needed

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically