Director-Sr. Director, Program Management, Clinical Dev. Assets

Job Description:We are seeking a Director-Senior Director, Program Management, Clinical Development Assets to join our growing organization. Reporting to the VP, CMC & Program Management, the Program Manager’s primary responsibility will be to oversee across all functions, the successful execution of clinical asset development activities. This is a highly visible leadership position within the organization which requires ensuring and enabling alignment with corporate strategic goals, timelines, and budget constraints. This is an on-site role to ensure seamless and timely communication and interaction with project teams.Responsibilities:Partnered with an MD, lead one or more cross-functional clinical candidate development program teams comprised of representatives from Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, CMC, Nonclinical, Regulatory, and Bioanalysis.Understand and manage cross-functional tasks and timeline dependencies, including critical path activities and resource constraints.Interfacing with management and influencing asset-level decision-making.Proactively identify risks to successful program execution and develop/implement requisite risk mitigation strategies and tactics.Contribute to the preparation of research reports and presentations for internal project teams, leadership team, and external audience.Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with critical collaborative partners throughout the company and provide regular updates regarding the progress to the senior management team.Seek opportunities to develop new or improve existing program management processes at ADARx.Other duties as assigned.Essential Physical Characteristics:Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.On-Site Protocol:Physical presence at the ADARx Pharmaceuticals worksite is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.Requirements / Qualifications:MS or PhD in Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field of study.Project management with 10+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry.Must be well-versed in the various stages of pharmaceutical development, with a special emphasis upon regulatory agency expectations as defined in ICH guidance documents.Hands-on experience in a GxP or regulated environment.Proficient in the use of project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet or MS Project).Qualifications:MBA and/or PMP certification is a plus.A proven track-record of impacting drug discovery programs through driving projects to key decision points.Required Key Attributes:Must be able to work independently with supervision as needed.Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism.Self-motivated with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with the ability to take a hands-on approach to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative, fast-paced environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective presentation of complex scientific data to cross-functional and senior management teams are essential for this role.Exceptional understanding of project timelines and deliverables and plans/coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders.Compensation:This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, occasional overtime.Pay is commensurate with experience.Equity-based compensationPerformance-based bonuses401(k) with Company MatchMedical, Dental, VisionFlexible Spending AccountLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee DiscountsGym MembershipPaid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Sick, Jury Duty, BereavementWork Authorization:United States (Required)Background CheckAs a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.Company Overview:ADARx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (the “Company” or “ADARx”) located in San Diego, is a clinical stage biotechnology company committed to turning cutting-edge science into life-saving therapeutics. ADARx has developed proprietary RNA targeting platforms and technology for silencing or editing target mRNA.ADARx Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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