ED, Program Team Leader
Bristol Myers SquibbAbout the role
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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 Vice President, Program Team Leader, is accountable for leading the successful execution of clinical-stage program strategies for multiple development candidates. This role is central to driving the strategic direction and operational success of the company's pipeline, ensuring that program objectives align with corporate goals and timelines. As a member of the executive leadership team, you will provide vision, leadership, and strategic guidance to cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results that drive the company’s growth and innovation.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Strategic Leadership: Own the strategic direction of multiple high-priority programs from discovery through approval and commercialization, ensuring they align with the company's long-term objectives and growth strategy.
Program Oversight: Lead program teams, including members from Research, Regulatory, CMC, Clinical Development, and Commercial, to achieve program milestones and deliverables. Provide direction and ensure clarity on program priorities and goals.
Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, regulatory agencies, strategic partners, and the Board of Directors, to communicate program progress, risks, and critical decisions.
Risk Management: Anticipate, identify, and resolve complex issues that may impede program progress. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure program success and adherence to timelines and budgets.
Resource Allocation: Optimize resource planning and allocation, including budget management, to ensure the efficient execution of program deliverables. Drive decisions on resource needs and negotiate resource allocation with functional leads.
Corporate Strategy Contribution: Actively contribute to shaping the overall corporate strategy, ensuring program management activities are aligned with the company's vision and goals. Engage in strategic discussions with the executive team to influence company direction.
Cross-functional Leadership: Mentor and develop program management staff, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance. Create an environment that encourages cross-functional collaboration and a commitment to shared goals.
Program Success Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for program success, ensuring programs are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Provide regular updates to the executive team and the
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