Director, Drug Development Project Management

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Summary:

Partners with the Global Program Lead (GPL) to lead the Global Program Team (GPT) to successfully shape and execute project and drug development strategies, in early and/or late development.  Accountable for the cross-functional planning and execution of one or more programs including definition of the operational strategy, management of timelines, budget, risk assessment and mitigation. 
 

Key Responsibilities

General expectations of a Drug Development Project Manager (PM) at BMS:

• The PM partners closely with the Global Program Lead (GPL) to lead the Global Program Team (GPT) to drive the development of integrated, efficient and cross-functional program execution plans.
• The PM serves as a counterpart to the GPL function and delegate for the GPL within the team and at governance when required.
• The PM is accountable for integrated cross-functional planning bringing together diverse functional plans and strategies, definition of the program operational strategy, management of timelines, budget, quality, and risk assessment and mitigation. 
• The PM provides an independent voice to shape the overall project strategy and drive optimal decisions for the broader portfolio value. 

Director, PM (Early Development/Late Development)

• At the director level, the Project Manager (PM) is accountable for one or more GPTs of moderate to high complexity in the early and/or late development space and is highly autonomous in their day-to-day work.  In addition, the PM may provide oversight or mentoring to other PMs. 
• Accountable for creating and maintaining a cross-functional development plan, timeline and budget for each program and ensuring progress vs. plan.
• Facilitates effective, science-based business decisions including the generation of multiple development scenarios/options as needed, highlighting interdependencies and downstream impacts (including but not limited to timelines and budget) of strategic decisions.
• Proactively identifies risks and ensures mitigation plans are implemented.
• Accountable for communication to team and stakeholders in a transparent and timely manner
• With the GPL, works to foster a high performing team and monitor the health and operating efficiency of the team as a unit. Leads creation of team norms and operating principles with a focus on cross-functional input and accountability
• Develops and coordinates resource and budget planning across functions to assure adequate resources are applied to the project and any changes are highlighted appropriately.
• Advises on governance expectations and prepares for key decision point discussions with focus on cross-functional input and rigorous debate.
• For projects that are being jointly developed, works closely with a key strategic alliance partner.
• Coaches project team members and PM colleagues to drive excellence and accountability and develop talent pipeline for GPT membership.
• Change Agent for continuous improvement and transformational initiatives within PM function.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. desirable) in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, or other relevant discipline. In addition, PMP certification is desirable​. BS/MS degrees in a scientific discipline in combination with 15+ years of drug development experience will be considered.
• The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical/health care industry, including at least 2 years in project/portfolio management or leadership of cross-functional matrix teams.
  • For Early Development, the ideal candidate should have experience with