Drive execution and growth across one or more of Apheris’ federated networks
Build new federated networks and scope new opportunities based on market demand and partner needs
Validate concepts with prospective partners through structured discussions and early design collaboration
Own and drive federated network execution across one or more Apheris networks
Maintain and push forward a clear execution plan across partners, spanning data readiness, training runs, and benchmarking milestones
Define how Apheris networks evolve, including adding new endpoints and increasing the value delivered to partners over time
Act as the day-to-day counterpart to partner teams, working closely with senior scientists and leaders at top pharma companies
Help partners move from evaluating models to using them in active drug discovery programs

5+ years of experience in scientific or technical program management, top-tier consulting, partnerships, product-adjacent execution, or similar roles in complex enterprise or multi-stakeholder environments
Exceptional learning velocity, enabling you to quickly master unfamiliar domains and proactively close gaps in domain-specific knowledge (e.g., large molecules, ADMET, or related technical areas)
Experience working with senior scientific stakeholders from the pharmaceutical and biotech industry
Strong product mindset, with willingness to engage deeply with Apheris’ products and translate this into better partner outcomes and internal prioritization
Proven ability to build new initiatives from the ground up and run and scale ongoing programs
Exceptionally high degree of ownership, speed, and reliability
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (German is optional, as we interact internally and with all partners in English)

AI Program Manager – Drug Discovery Networks

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