Program Manager - Obesity (Contract-6+ mo opportunity)

Neurocrine Biosciences

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About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic Contract Program Manager to lead and drive cross-functional teams in developing innovative strategies for our programs in Obesity. In this role, you'll partner with Program Leads to create and execute comprehensive program plans from preclinical stages through to regulatory approval and commercialization.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (10+ years of multi-disciplinary experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry), Master’s degree (8+ years), or PhD (5+ years). PMP Certification preferred
• Industry Experience: Significant experience developing drugs for obesity (e.g., GLP-1) is essential. Experience managing early and late phase global drug development efforts, including IND/CTA, global clinical studies, biologic modalities (peptides, antibodies and/or conjugates)
• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of project management theory and practice, particularly in drug development. Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Planisware, OnePager, Office Timeline or similar)
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, mentor, and align cross-functional teams around common goals. Ability to manage conflict, drive consensus, and promote decision-making

Nice To Haves

• PMP Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Program Strategy & Execution: Collaborate with Program Leads and cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic plans
• Schedule & Resource Management: Establish and maintain functionally integrated program schedules in accordance with established structures to enable accurate project analyses, identification of critical path activities and areas of resource constraint. Collaborate with functions to forecast and manage resources and budgets
• Risk Management: Foster a culture of risk awareness. Lead risk identification and risk response planning. Lead scenario planning efforts to prepare teams for differing outcomes at key milestones
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate communication and alignment across pre-clinical, CMC, clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Build relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization, manage escalation and contribute to decision-making and strategic alignment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees