ED/VP, Program Management

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RayzeBio is a dynamic biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, CA. Launched in late 2020 and recently acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) as a wholly owned subsidiary, the company is focused on improving survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes. RayzeBio will operate as a standalone entity within the BMS organization, maintaining its biotech culture with the opportunity to leverage the best-in-class oncology capabilities of BMS. RayzeBio is developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors. The lead asset, RYZ101, is in Phase 3 testing for patients with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs), as well as earlier stage testing for patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and breast cancer.  Led by a successful and experienced entrepreneurial team, RayzeBio aims to be the global leader in radiopharmaceuticals.

The Executive Director/VP, Program Team Leader is responsible for the successful execution of clinical stage program strategies for .  In this leadership position, you will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budget constraints. As a key member of the leadership team, you will contribute to shaping the company's overall strategy and direction.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Lead one or more program teams comprised of functional representatives from Research, Regulatory, CMC, Clinical Development, and Commercial from discovery candidate nomination through approval and launch.

• Drive stakeholder alignment, ensuring the development and execution of program strategy is in line with corporate strategy and goals.

• Provide leadership to team members, challenging conventional thinking to approach problems differently, with faster execution and elevated outcomes.

• Proactively identify potential risks and challenges associated with program execution and implement effective mitigation strategies.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including Executive leadership, regulatory agencies, partners and Board members. 

• Optimize resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective program execution.

Education/Experience:

• Advanced degree in life sciences or medicine and/or an MBA

• Experience (10+ years) in research and development and in project management within the pharmaceutical industry (Biotech/small pharma experience preferred).

• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering R&D stage, complex pharmaceutical programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of drug development processes, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to contribute to the overall business strategy.

• Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members creating an environment that fosters successful teamwork, collaboration and cooperation.

• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving program goals within specified timelines and budgets.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare timelines and budgets and present related information to management.

• Proven ability to identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and remove barriers to success.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands, across time-zones, while maintaining positive attitude.