Responsible for the planning, execution, control and closing of R&D projects (Research, Development, Device and CMC) while adhering to budget, scope and schedule requirements.
Leads cross functional a Project Team and ensure connectivity of Technical Expert Teams in support of the overall project delivery.
Drives the development and manages the execution of high quality, integrated cross-functional plans for projects.
Responsible for providing critical inputs into the business planning process to support R&D executives in planning and prioritization of resources and projects.
Ensures project deliverables are achieved, issues and risks are identified, managed and resolved.
Prepares and actively manages annual project budgets, long range financial projections, project schedule/timeline, project scope documents and all other project documentation.
Key interactions include R&D (including Research, Product Development, Non-Clinical, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property) Manufacturing, Commercial Operations, Commercial Development, Quality and Logistics.

Responsibilities:

Under minimal supervision, responsible for the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure of projects at the project level.
Provides input and supports development of the project strategy.
Responsible for leading cross-functional project teams to ensure that the project deliverables are achieved and issues and risks are identified and managed.
Effectively manages project stakeholders while working within a matrixed environment.
Prepares routine project status updates via formal and informal channels (monthly reports, project review reports, ad hoc reports).
Assists the business planning process including estimating, tracking and managing key project activities and costs to support R&D functions in planning and prioritization of resources.
Accountable for the preparation and maintenance of all project documentation and administration.
Where relevant, supports collaboration activities with external partners in the preparation and management of legal agreements and integration of services, technologies and capabilities to ensure delivery of project.
Participates in the learning and development of junior Project Management staff and provide mentoring and coaching.

Qualifications:

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
An advanced degree (MSc, PhD) in Science or Engineering, PMP certification, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent is preferred.
5-7 years’ experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry (or where relevant a biomedical research organization).
In-depth knowledge in drug research, development and manufacturing processes of pharmaceuticals (CMC, non-clinical, clinical, and regulatory).
5+ years’ experience as a project manager leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed, global environment, including those with complex technical, geographic, and/or regulatory elements.
Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams and delivering projects to meet business objectives on time, within budget and with quality.
Participate in the learning and development of junior Project Management staff and provide mentoring and coaching.
Proficient in the use of Project Management processes and tools (e.g. Microsoft Project).

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