Director, Program Management (Biotech)

TL;DR

Director, Program Management (Biotech): Serving as a strategic advisor and operational backbone for Global Program Teams to drive drug development programs from early stages through commercial launch with an accent on cross-functional alignment and regulatory execution. Focus on managing integrated timelines, risk assessments, and program governance within a complex matrix organization.

Location: Hybrid role based in Bridgewater, NJ; must be able to work on-site for collaboration

Salary: $177,000–$242,000 Annual

Company

A global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases.

What you will do

• Act as a strategic advisor and operational proxy to the Global Program Head to steer critical program decisions.
• Define and manage integrated timelines, resource plans, and program budgets across all functions.
• Lead the development of key program documentation including Target Product Profiles and Integrated Development Plans.
• Oversee Life Cycle Management activities and Health Authority submissions in coordination with Regulatory Affairs.
• Facilitate Global Program Team meetings and ensure effective communication pathways and decision-making.
• Partner with the global organization to design and standardize new business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific, medical, or business discipline required.
• 12+ years of progressive Program/Project Management experience in a biotech or biopharmaceutical environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a global, matrix organization.
• Proven track record of leading drug programs from early development through commercialization and regulatory submissions.
• Proficiency in program management tools including MS Project, Smartsheet, and Veeva.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.D., or MBA).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Background in rare disease, respiratory, or specialty therapeutics.
• Experience with commercial launch preparation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with mental health support.
• 401(k) plan with company match and annual equity awards.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules.
• Access to the Company Learning Institute for professional development.
• Employee resource groups and mentorship opportunities.