Associate Director, IT Business Relationship Management (Development)

Corcept Therapeutics•Redwood City, CA

10d•$214,000 - $249,000

About The Position

Corcept is leading the way in the research and development of cortisol modulators, molecules that regulate cortisol activity at the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). To date, we have discovered more than 1,000 selective proprietary cortisol modulators. In 2012, we received FDA approval of Korlym® (mifepristone), the first approved treatment for hypercortisolism (Cushing’s syndrome). Today, our team and collaborators continue to unlock the possibilities of cortisol modulation as a way to treat serious diseases. With more than 30 ongoing studies across a wide range of disease areas, including endocrinology, oncology, metabolism, and neurology, we remain dedicated to advancing the possibilities of cortisol modulation. What began as a ripple of scientific truth is now poised to unleash a sea change of discovery representing a fundamental shift in the way we understand and treat disease. The Associate Director, IT Business Relationship Management (BRM) – Development will serve as the primary liaison between the Development function and IT, enabling the delivery of technology solutions that align with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and operational goals. This role is responsible for understanding the needs of the Development organization, translating them into scalable IT solutions, and ensuring continuous alignment between business priorities and IT capabilities in a highly regulated and evolving environment. This role reports to the Senior Director of Business Relationship Management (BRM). The Development organization includes Clinical Operations, Biometrics, Clinical Research, Clinical Development, Clinical Data Management and Development Operations teams.

Requirements

Strong understanding of Development business processes, requirements, and the supporting IT systems
Managing stakeholders, building effective relationships, including with third parties as appropriate, translating technical language or issues to non-technical colleagues
Tracking operational needs, end-user satisfaction, productivity measurements, reviewing insights with appropriate stakeholders, identifying improvements and proposed solutions through implementation, sharing wider themes and trends with the Senior Service Partner
Strong record of accomplishment of delivering complex technology projects successfully, addressing business needs
Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to identify and implement technology solutions that align with business goals
Strong understanding of building and operating a technology support function
A BS/BA degree in a related discipline is preferred.
Training or equivalent experience in IT or business management is beneficial but not required
7+ years in experience in life sciences with a focus on IT system delivery
3+ years of experience in Program & Project Management, including the Software Development Lifecycle and Computer Systems Validation processes
Excellent communication skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Support and partner with the Senior Director of Business Relationship Management, drive and oversee key initiatives in a rapidly expanding environment
Partner with the Development organizations to:
Lead the delivery of IT initiatives that meet business needs, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations
Translate Development business requirements into scalable, compliant process and technical solutions aligned with enterprise IT standards
Oversee the support and performance of Development applications, ensuring consistent service delivery and issue resolution through internal teams and managed service providers
Oversee end-to-end management of IT projects—including planning, design, and implementation—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable business impact
Develop and maintain a dynamic multi-year technology and capability roadmap tailored to the Development organizations that address both current operational demands and future growth opportunities, supporting strategic business objectives and evolving regulatory landscapes
Track and manage the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for Development-related technologies, recommending cost-effective solutions without compromising compliance or performance
Lead a team of managed service providers supporting the lines of business technology needs, including project delivery, solution design, enhancement requests, and support services
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) to measure success and ensure accountability across internal teams and vendors
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to ensure seamless delivery of services, efficient communication, and shared accountability for outcomes
Support change management efforts by identifying process improvement opportunities, advocating for digital transformation, and enabling scalable IT solutions
Establish clear performance metrics and service level agreements (SLAs) to monitor IT service delivery, project outcomes, and stakeholder satisfaction
Stay informed of emerging industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to proactively recommend technologies and process adaptations that empower the company during phases of rapid expansion
Uphold Corcept’s Key Principles by driving collaboration, embracing possibilities, following the data, and leading by doing, ensuring all initiatives align with the Company’s ethics and patient-first principles