Associate Director, Program Management Leader

Role: Associate Director, Program Management Leader in Johnson & Johnson's Innovative Medicine R&D, responsible for translating compound development strategies into actionable plans and leading cross-functional teams to execute drug development programs. Primary objectives include managing program scope, timelines, budgets, risk mitigation, and resource allocation across early and late-phase clinical trials, predominantly in oncology. Responsibilities encompass leading the Program Management Team, developing and maintaining cross-functional risk registers, and ensuring program alignment with organizational strategies. The role involves navigating complex drug development processes, securing resources, and managing multiple stakeholder interfaces across global sites.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a Life Science with at least 8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare industries, including clinical development operations, project management, and knowledge of GxP regulations. Experience in managing Phase I-IV trials, preferably in Oncology, with clinical research and project management methodologies. Certification such as PMP is preferred. Proven leadership, decision-making, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to operate in matrixed, global teams.

High-Value: Focus on innovative medicine development, early and late-phase clinical trials, oncology therapeutic area expertise, cross-functional team leadership, risk management, and strategic planning within a regulated environment. The role is hybrid, based in the US, with up to 20% travel.