Director of Program Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with the VP of Global Program Leadership to create and sustain integrated development plans.

• Establish program strategy, perform scenario analysis, and convert strategy into actionable plans.

• Identify and oversee program-level risks, assumptions, and interdependencies.

• Propel cross-functional execution toward approved program goals, milestones, and timelines.

• Assist in portfolio planning and strategic program initiatives.

• Design and manage integrated program timelines and critical path analyses.

• Organize and lead cross-functional program team meetings.

• Ensure accountability and follow-up on significant decisions and action items.

• Foster collaboration among internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Assist in vendor oversight and PM-to-PM collaboration.

• Aid in the creation and management of regulatory submission plans, including NDA and ex-US submissions.

• Develop dashboards and graphics for program team and executive communications.

• Assist in the creation and management of commercial launch plans.

• Create program dashboards, status reports, and executive presentations.

• Support governance meetings and portfolio evaluations.

• Aid in budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and vendor performance assessment.

• Promote best practices, tools, and processes in program management.

• Contribute to enhancing Quetzal's program management capabilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Pharmacy, Engineering, or a related field.

• Over 8 years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences sectors.

• More than 5 years of program or project management experience in drug development programs.

• Proven understanding of clinical development and regulatory processes.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

• Experience in supporting clinical-stage development programs.

• Preferred experience in oncology, hematology, or rare diseases.

• Preferred experience in Phase II or Phase III development.

• PMP certification is preferred.

• An advanced degree (MS, MPH, MBA, PharmD, or PhD) is preferred.

• Experience in startup or emerging biotechnology companies is preferred.

• Familiarity with startup or high-growth company environments is desired.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Health and flexible spending account options.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.

• Additional voluntary benefit options.