Senior Project Manager, Global Early Access

Job Description

About This Role

The candidate will be responsible for the execution of assigned activities related to new and/or ongoing Early Access Programs (EAP) run by Biogen.  This person must possess a strong understanding of the Early Access space (i.e., concepts, principles, key considerations) as the role will be accountable for driving related initiatives forward, ensuring all EAP critical milestones are met, and program updates are communicated in a meaningful and useful manner across the organization.  This is a high-visibility role with exposure to Biogen senior leadership given the impact these programs have on patient access to potentially life-saving medicines.  The candidate will report to the Global Head of Access Mechanisms (GAM) within the RD&M organization.

What You Will Do 

• Provide Early Access operational/strategic support to Project Leader, GAM and Head, GAM
• Develop and manage project plans with timelines, accountable parties, and program budget trackers
• Partner with appropriate functions to develop training materials, and provide training to team members on program objectives, timelines, etc.
• Coordinate and facilitate key project team meeting and act as the lead of certain sub-teams
• Provide metrics, invoice and financial tracking and reporting on programs
• Participate and present in regular team meetings, track key discussion points, capture actions, and disseminate meeting minutes
• Highlight dependencies, key decision points, critical activities, and map milestones; negotiate and resolve issues as they arise

Who You Are 

You are very patient-centric and are comfortable working in fast-paced environment with the ability to handle multiple priorities.  You love new challenges and problem solving.

Qualifications

Required Skills 

• A Bachelor’s Degree (advanced degree preferred) and at least 3-5 years of relevant industry experience
• A strong understanding of Early Access space (i.e., concepts, principles, key considerations)
• Demonstrated cross-functional experience with the ability to navigate complex environments
• Vendor management experience
• Strong communication, organizational, project management, and presentation skills
• Solves complex problems; decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures, and department plans
• Expert computer and internet skills including MS-Office products such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project
• Ability to work independently, with minimal guidance

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Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is $111k to $178k. Base salary  is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job related years of relevant experience, internal equity, and location of the job. Additionally, this role is eligible for participation in Biogen’s LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurances, vacation, end-of-year shutdown, and 401K participation and matching contributions.

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.