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Senior Director, Program Management

Summit Therapeutics, Inc.
September 04, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Palo Alto, CA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director of Program Management overseeing multiple oncology development programs, including late-stage clinical trials in NSCLC and colorectal cancer, focused on immuno-oncology therapies (ivonescimab). Objectives: drive pipeline maximization, strategic portfolio management, and cross-functional program execution from early development through regulatory approval. Responsibilities: lead global, complex programs by defining milestones, aligning research, regulatory, manufacturing, and strategic teams; manage program governance, timelines, and risk mitigation; facilitate executive decision-making and scenario planning; mentor program leaders and evolve PM processes. Requirements: Bachelor's (15+ yrs) or advanced degree (12+ yrs MS/MBA or 7+ yrs PhD/MD) with extensive pharmaceutical/biotech experience; proven success in managing late-stage solid tumor oncology trials; senior-level leadership in global, cross-functional settings; strong stakeholder engagement skills; proficiency in project management tools; willingness to travel. High-Value: oncology (NSCLC and CRC), immuno-oncology, late-stage clinical development, global program leadership, cross-functional collaboration, strategic portfolio planning.