Program Manager - Technical Operations

Role: Program Manager, Technical Operations at Neurocrine Biosciences, overseeing planning and execution of multidisciplinary CMC programs within drug development. Responsibilities: lead integrated planning for technical operations, manage dependencies, risks, and governance; coordinate cross-functional teams across drug substance, analytical, formulation, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and regulatory; ensure alignment with research, clinical, and regulatory strategies; facilitate decision-making and operational excellence. Requirements: 6+ years of experience supporting CMC, Technical Operations, or manufacturing; bachelor’s degree (or advanced degrees with less experience); strong knowledge of pharmaceutical development, CMC disciplines, and development lifecycle; proven program management skills; ability to translate complex technical plans into coordinated program milestones; excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. High-Value: biopharma, CMC/Technical Operations, drug development lifecycle, cross-disciplinary coordination, risk and decision management, regulatory readiness. WorkSetup: not specified, but operates within matrixed, collaborative environment.