Associate Director, Nonclinical Development Program Management & Strategic Operations (Late-Stage Development)
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
August 23, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Associate Director of Preclinical Sciences, Program Management, and Strategic Operations, leading complex pharmaceutical development and regulatory plans. Responsibilities include developing integrated project plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing CRO relationships, and overseeing regulatory submissions from a nonclinical perspective. The role involves budget forecasting, performance measurement, mentoring staff, and tracking key deliverables to ensure project success within scope and budget. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 10+ years' experience in drug discovery and development, extensive knowledge of GLP regulations, and familiarity with preclinical regulatory processes. Preferred skills include experience with outsourced preclinical models and global IND/CTA submissions. High-Value: focus on preclinical development, GLP compliance, regulatory submission oversight, and cross-functional leadership within biopharma R&D. Work setup: hybrid or onsite, with no specific travel requirements mentioned.