Sr. Specialist, Project Management - Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) (Hybrid)

MSD•Rahway, NJ

3d•$117,000 - $184,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The CMC Integrated Project Management (CIPM) Senior Specialist, Project Manager, is a core member of Development and Commercialization Teams (DCTs) within Global Project and Alliance Management in the Research & Development Division. The role partners with team leads to develop strategies and execute drug and vaccine development efforts that advance the R&D pipeline. The Senior Specialist provides project management leadership and drives cross-functional teams, taking on assignments with minimal guidance. Projects may span the full Chemistry Manufacturing & Controls development continuum, from Line of Sight through First in Human and Transfer to Supply stage-gates. The role manages end-to-end development for moderately complex projects and may work with other CIPM team members on higher-complexity strategies and plans. The position is hybrid, based primarily in Rahway, New Jersey, with 10% travel required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
At least three years of experience in project management or a related role.
Experience planning and executing strategies for drug or vaccine product registration and commercialization or life-cycle management, from an R&D, manufacturing, or commercial perspective, and demonstrated ability to apply that expertise to other development teams and areas.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and accomplish goals in a team setting.
Demonstrated ability to serve as a resource for colleagues and program teams.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse teams and networks and foster cooperation.
Strong organization and attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to build alignment around complex situations.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including knowing when and how to raise issues with teams and management.
Ability to succeed in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

A concentration in a scientific or applied discipline.
Clinical drug development experience and knowledge, including development phases and how functional areas contribute to a comprehensive strategy.
Project management certification (PMP) and/or formal project management coursework or training.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end development process for projects of moderate complexity, or work with other CIPM team members to execute higher-complexity development team strategies and project plans.
Guide teams in developing comprehensive strategies and integrated project plans appropriate to the project's development phase and complexity, and support their approval and execution.
Build and maintain project schedules and critical project information, integrate activities across key functional areas, proactively identify risks with team leads, and communicate effectively with team, management, and cross-departmental stakeholders.
Use relationships and networks to strengthen team dynamics, identify and remove obstacles, and drive business results, seeking guidance from senior CIPM team members and team leads as needed.
Navigate company processes and organizational norms so teams understand corporate governance and business requirements and can make informed decisions.
Prepare for and facilitate key team meetings by creating agendas, ensuring appropriate participation, contributing project management insights, and following up on progress and accountability.
Participate in CIPM and Global Project and Alliance Management initiatives and workstreams to improve ways of working and interaction with other departments.