Associate Director, Business Operations

Role: Associate Director, Business Operations within the Development & Clinical Sciences (DCS) organization at a late-stage oncology biopharma focused on RAS inhibitor therapies. Responsibilities: lead execution of capabilities-building projects, develop tools and templates for daily DCS activities, partner with leadership to implement process improvements, and monitor adoption and effectiveness via metrics and feedback. Facilitate change management and stakeholder engagement to support organizational growth. Requirements: 15+ years in change or project management, with at least 5 years in pharma/biotech, a BS/BA in life sciences, business, or related fields, and deep understanding of clinical development processes in biopharma. Skills include strong communication, stakeholder management, and independent execution. Preferred: advanced degrees (MSc, MBA, Ph.D.), collaborative style, adaptability, proficiency in MS Office and Smartsheet. High-value: extensive clinical development experience in oncology, particularly in RAS-targeted therapies, with a focus on process optimization at a senior level. Work setup: based in Redwood City, CA, with a salary range of $186,000 to $233,000, reflecting on-site employment.