Serve as the “COO” of multiple Research Project Teams
Ensure the program has a high-performing operating process that aligns team execution tactics with program strategy
Lead without authority across a matrix environment
Own cross-functional meeting management, agendas, minutes, decisions/actions
Build integrated project plans and Gantt charts
Bring awareness of risks, issues, and dependencies
Enable high-quality decision-making, governance readiness, and execution
Serve as the program’s collaboration management lead and first point of contact for alliance execution and agreement-related questions

Doctorate degree and 2 years of relevant experience
Master’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of relevant experience
6+ years in the Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry, including cross-functional engagement, business operations, alliance management and/or project management experience
Advanced life science degree or equivalent experience (i.e., strong scientific acumen)
Drug Development knowledge with basic to strong understanding of activities within Research and Development
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytic skills
Understanding of intellectual property

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible.

Senior Manager, Research Program and Collaboration Management

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