Director, Program Lead, Chronic Pain

Location: San Francisco, California (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global develops innovative non-opioid therapies for chronic pain.

What you will do

• Lead and chair the Chronic Program Team, coordinating strategic planning across research, clinical, CMC, regulatory, and finance functions.
• Shape integrated strategic and operational plans, identify key issues, and drive resolution.
• Guide program priorities, resource allocation, and delivery against program goals.
• Develop scenarios to support decision-making and program planning.
• Establish decision-making forums, integrate cross-functional strategies, and ensure accountability and clear communication.
• Partner with Finance on budget and resourcing oversight and establish program management tools and processes.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Previous program leadership experience, preferably with innovative product development.
• Deep understanding of technical aspects of drug development and strong business and financial acumen.
• Experience with CMC, regulatory, and toxicology planning is preferred.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving ability, learning agility, and outstanding communication and relationship skills.
• Advanced degree such as a PhD or MBA and consulting experience are preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Leadership role reporting directly to the SVP, Operations.
• Membership in the Development Operations Leadership Team.
• Values include agility, mission focus, audacity, expertise, vision, and fast action.