Courpharma
Head of Program Management
Courpharma, Skokie, Illinois, United States, 60077
COUR is a clinical stage biotech company that is developing technologies to revolutionize medicine and provide potential cures for auto-immune patients. Our innovative nanoparticle platform aims to address the root causes of autoimmune diseases, inducing tolerance and preserving overall immune functionality.
About the role
As the Head of Program Management, you will lead the cross-functional planning and execution of our pipeline programs, ensuring alignment with key company objectives and regulatory compliance. You will oversee the program lifecycle, from early-stage development through clinical phase III, managing cross-functional teams and optimizing resources to drive successful outcomes. This is a senior leadership role that requires a proactive and collaborative individual who can navigate complex projects in a fast-paced biotech environment.
What you'll do
Program Planning:
Develop and implement program objectives and timelines that align with company goals and budgets. Set priorities and allocate resources effectively to ensure program success. Program Management Function Leadership:
Oversee the Program Management function and team, including defining and building capabilities necessary to meet function objectives. Cross-Functional Leadership:
Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, CMC, clinical development, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure alignment and achieve program objectives. Program Execution:
Oversee the entire program lifecycle, ensuring milestones are met, risks are managed, and project timelines are adhered to. Drive program progress through proactive problem-solving and decision-making. Stakeholder Communication:
Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Provide clear and concise program updates, reports, and presentations to executive leadership and board members. Risk Management & Mitigation:
Identify potential risks and implement strategies for mitigation to ensure program continuity and success. Conduct regular reviews and adjust plans as needed. Budget & Resource Management:
Partner with senior management to allocate and optimize both internal and external resources, capital, vendors, consultants, and contract organizations. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight:
Coordinate with regulatory and quality teams to ensure compliance with relevant regulations/quality standards and support successful product approvals/submissions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred). Minimum of 10 years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical program management, with an emphasis on Clinical stage II and III. Minimum of 3 years experience in a team leadership role. Proven track record of successfully managing complex biotech programs, from early development through Clinical Phase III. Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and novel drug development processes in the biotech space. Exceptional leadership and communication skills with experience leading cross-functional teams. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on delivering results. PMP or other relevant project management certifications are a plus.
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Develop and implement program objectives and timelines that align with company goals and budgets. Set priorities and allocate resources effectively to ensure program success. Program Management Function Leadership:
Oversee the Program Management function and team, including defining and building capabilities necessary to meet function objectives. Cross-Functional Leadership:
Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, CMC, clinical development, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure alignment and achieve program objectives. Program Execution:
Oversee the entire program lifecycle, ensuring milestones are met, risks are managed, and project timelines are adhered to. Drive program progress through proactive problem-solving and decision-making. Stakeholder Communication:
Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Provide clear and concise program updates, reports, and presentations to executive leadership and board members. Risk Management & Mitigation:
Identify potential risks and implement strategies for mitigation to ensure program continuity and success. Conduct regular reviews and adjust plans as needed. Budget & Resource Management:
Partner with senior management to allocate and optimize both internal and external resources, capital, vendors, consultants, and contract organizations. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight:
Coordinate with regulatory and quality teams to ensure compliance with relevant regulations/quality standards and support successful product approvals/submissions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred). Minimum of 10 years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical program management, with an emphasis on Clinical stage II and III. Minimum of 3 years experience in a team leadership role. Proven track record of successfully managing complex biotech programs, from early development through Clinical Phase III. Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and novel drug development processes in the biotech space. Exceptional leadership and communication skills with experience leading cross-functional teams. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on delivering results. PMP or other relevant project management certifications are a plus.
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