R&D Project Manager

Spyglass Pharma • Aliso Viejo, CA

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About The Position

SpyGlass Pharma is seeking a high-potential R&D Project Manager with a strong execution focus to join our growing Program Management team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Program Management, this role will support and gradually take on leadership of cross-functional R&D projects across the product development lifecycle, ensuring alignment of activities, timelines, and deliverables. This position is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in pharmaceutical or medical device R&D who are looking to expand into program management and build capabilities in integrated planning, cross-functional coordination, and program execution. The successful candidate will bring strong operational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to connect interdependent activities to drive project outcomes in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, while gaining exposure to broader program objectives and company priorities. This role offers the opportunity to progressively take on increased ownership and responsibility, with a clear path toward leading cross-functional programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or related discipline
• 3–6 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device R&D including experience supporting cross-functional projects or project management activities
• Foundational understanding of product development lifecycles (early stage through clinical to commercialization) and regulatory environment governing drug and device development
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and identify dependencies across workstreams in a cross-functional environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or training
• Experience within one or more R&D functions (e.g., Clinical, CMC, Product Development) in pharmaceutical setting
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects or development programs
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms)
• Experience in ophthalmology or combination product development (strong plus)

Responsibilities

• Supports development and maintenance of cross-functional project plans, including timelines, milestones, and dependencies
• Tracks progress against deliverables and proactively identifies risks, delays, and downstream impacts across functions
• Contributes to ensuring functional activities are aligned into a cohesive, executable project plan
• Coordinates with Clinical, Regulatory, CMC, and other functions to ensure alignment on timelines, deliverables, and priorities
• Drives follow-up on action items and ensures accountability across team members
• Builds strong working relationships across functions to support effective collaboration
• Identifies, assesses, and tracks project risks and issues, including potential impact on timelines, scope, and key milestones
• Escalates risks and issues in a timely manner, providing clear context and potential impact to support decision-making
• Prepares project status updates, dashboards, and presentations for team and leadership review
• Facilitates team meetings, including agenda development, clear documentation of decisions, and tracking of action items to closure
• Maintains organized and accurate project documentation and repositories, ensuring accessibility and consistency across timelines, presentations, and team materials
• Contributes to business process and systems improvement through Program Management departmental assignments

Benefits

• Annual Bonus opportunity
• Stock options
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, and personal leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level