Director, Program Management, Neurology
About The Position
The Director, Program Management â DA02 will provide strategic and operational leadership for the DA02 neurology program as it advances toward IND submission and first in human clinical studies. This is a highly visible role that sits at the center of cross-functional execution, ensuring alignment to program strategy, timelines, resources, and enterprise objectives as this next generation cell therapy progresses. Reporting to the Vice President, Clinical Development â Neurology, this role partners closely with program and platform leaders to translate strategy into integrated, executable plans spanning CMC, nonclinical, clinical, regulatory, and supporting functions. The position is based at BlueRockâs headquarters in Cambridge, MA, with flexibility for a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in scientific, technical, or operational roles within biopharma, coupled with deep experience in program leadership across IND enabling and early clinical development. Success in this role requires exceptional collaboration, clarity of communication, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for advancing innovative medicines to patients.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree in life sciences or a related field (advanced degree preferred: MS, PhD, PharmD, MD, NP, or PA).
- Minimum of 10 years of industry experience, including 5â7 years in program or project management leadership within biopharma.
- Demonstrated experience advancing programs through IND submission and into clinical development.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a matrix environment.
- Proven effectiveness in cross functional leadership and stakeholder relationship management.
- Proficiency with MS Project and/or Smartsheet, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Travel periodically to BlueRock locations (Cambridge, NYC, Toronto) or other geographies as needed for the program (scientific meetings, regulatory engagements, etc).
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cell or gene therapy is preferred; candidates without direct experience must demonstrate strong interest and aptitude to deeply understand BlueRockâs technology.
- Formal program management training or certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Partner with program and functional leaders to define and refine program strategy and drive disciplined operational execution.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously optimize integrated program plans encompassing CMC, nonclinical, clinical, regulatory, and enabling activities.
- Maintain a holistic view of program status, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies, and communicating clearly with stakeholders.
- Drive alignment and decisionmaking around goals, milestones, timelines, budgets, assumptions, and critical path activities.
- Translate corporate strategy into actionable team and individual objectives, with regular progress assessment.
- Lead and facilitate program team and governance meetings, including agenda development, preparation of materials, clear documentation, and followup.
- Collaborate with functional leaders on budget and resource planning.
- Communicate program progress and outlook across the organization with transparency and clarity.
- Contribute to the evolution of program management best practices, tools, and operating models.
- Champion innovative tools, processes, and ways of working that enhance execution in the cell therapy development environment.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
