Sr. Program Manager - Drug Development (Immunology)
Neurocrine Biosciences
June 27, 2026
Remote friendly (San Diego, CA)
United States
Clinical Research and Development
About The Role
Lead drug development teams with the Program Lead to develop cross-functional program strategy and long range plans from pre-clinical development through regulatory approval and commercialization. Drive team alignment in execution of the program plan, managing stakeholders, schedule, risks/issues, budget, resources, and governance. Manage program reporting; escalate risks/issues and highlight team successes. Partner with stakeholders across research, CMC, pre-clinical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions to align on strategy, goals, timelines, and resources.
Your Contributions (include, But Are Not Limited To)
- Partner with Program Lead to manage development and execution of program strategy
- Establish and maintain integrated program schedules; identify critical path and resource constraints
- Assess program risk; support mitigation planning and tracking
- Lead scenario planning for differing outcomes at key milestones
- Identify inter-dependencies and advise on risks or opportunities to accelerate development
- Challenge assumptions constructively; improve outcomes and processes
- Drive clarity and alignment in complex environments; facilitate/document cross-functional decisions
- Develop relationships with functional stakeholder leadership; serve as a Program Management expert
- Introduce new tools/processes and support department goals
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- BS/BA in Life Sciences + 8+ years pharmaceutical/biotech program management (early and late phase; IND/CTA, NDA/MAA) OR Master’s + 6+ years OR PhD + 4+ years
- PMP certification highly desired
- Ability to build trust/influence without authority; challenge thinking
- Drive alignment across diverse stakeholders in ambiguity
- Strong operational efficiency/continuous improvement; leadership presence
- Knowledge of drug development process and functional inter-dependencies
- Experience as PM on early/late-phase global programs (e.g., IND/CTA, NDA/MAA, pediatric development, rare diseases)
- Manage conflict, drive consensus, manage objectives/timelines/budgets; provide status updates
- Proficiency in Smartsheet, MS Project, or other PM software
Benefits/Compensation
- Annual bonus (target 30% of earned base salary) and eligibility for equity long-term incentive program
- Retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and medical/prescription/dental/vision benefits
Lead drug development teams with the Program Lead to develop cross-functional program strategy and long range plans from pre-clinical development through regulatory approval and commercialization. Drive team alignment in execution of the program plan, managing stakeholders, schedule, risks/issues, budget, resources, and governance. Manage program reporting; escalate risks/issues and highlight team successes. Partner with stakeholders across research, CMC, pre-clinical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions to align on strategy, goals, timelines, and resources.
Your Contributions (include, But Are Not Limited To)
- Partner with Program Lead to manage development and execution of program strategy
- Establish and maintain integrated program schedules; identify critical path and resource constraints
- Assess program risk; support mitigation planning and tracking
- Lead scenario planning for differing outcomes at key milestones
- Identify inter-dependencies and advise on risks or opportunities to accelerate development
- Challenge assumptions constructively; improve outcomes and processes
- Drive clarity and alignment in complex environments; facilitate/document cross-functional decisions
- Develop relationships with functional stakeholder leadership; serve as a Program Management expert
- Introduce new tools/processes and support department goals
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- BS/BA in Life Sciences + 8+ years pharmaceutical/biotech program management (early and late phase; IND/CTA, NDA/MAA) OR Master’s + 6+ years OR PhD + 4+ years
- PMP certification highly desired
- Ability to build trust/influence without authority; challenge thinking
- Drive alignment across diverse stakeholders in ambiguity
- Strong operational efficiency/continuous improvement; leadership presence
- Knowledge of drug development process and functional inter-dependencies
- Experience as PM on early/late-phase global programs (e.g., IND/CTA, NDA/MAA, pediatric development, rare diseases)
- Manage conflict, drive consensus, manage objectives/timelines/budgets; provide status updates
- Proficiency in Smartsheet, MS Project, or other PM software
Benefits/Compensation
- Annual bonus (target 30% of earned base salary) and eligibility for equity long-term incentive program
- Retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation/holidays/personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and medical/prescription/dental/vision benefits