Global Project Leader Oncology

Execruit; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Execruit is seeking a seasoned leader in drug development with a focus on Oncology for their team in Quezon City, Philippines. The role involves guiding innovation, managing cross-functional teams, and executing strategic program goals. The ideal candidate should hold a Master's or PhD in Life Sciences and possess at least 6-7 years of relevant experience. Strong project management skills and fluency in English are required, while proficiency in French is a plus. Join Execruit to drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-7 years of experience in multi-cross-functional drug development teams.
• Expertise in Oncology-specific drug development.
• At least 5 years of experience in Program Management with Pharma or Biotech.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Fluency in English (C1 level); French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Guide innovation and provide drug development expertise.
• Define the vision and operational implementation for assigned programs.
• Identify potential issues and develop mitigation plans.
• Drive project operations with Global Program Managers.
• Communicate strategy to global project teams.

Skills

Team player

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Drug development expertise

Education

Master or PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Guide innovation, provide drug development expertise and strategic leadership to the Programs and project teams, comprising all pre-clinical, clinical, technical, regulatory, operational and commercial disciplines
• Define the vision, overall development strategy and operational implementation for the assigned Programs based on regulatory and market requirements to obtain drug approval and maximize the out-licensing value of the Programs
• Anticipate internal and external drivers of changes to strategy, and respond by making rapid, well-judged adjustments to the Programs roadmap
• Identify potential issues and risks; develop, align and implement mitigation plans in a transparent and timely manner
• Drive proactive scenario planning and risk-taking paths across the project teams
• Develop team effectiveness and lead high performing project teams to achieve superior results
• Jointly with the Global Line Functions and the Global Project Managers, align on staffing of Project Teams. Identify, resolve and escalate resource issues
• Set goals, actively coach and contribute to the performance appraisal of the project team members in close partnership with the line-functions
• Oversee execution of the Program strategy across all functions and sub–teams
• Drive project operations in close partnership with the Global Program Managers
• Communicate the strategy to the global project teams and functions, and ensure that the agreed strategy is reflected in the operational activities
• Drive and steer the implementation of the Program strategy in close collaboration with the relevant functions within agreed timelines, budgets and resources
• Define and implement clear measurable goals for program execution
• Propose and manage, with the support of the Global Program Managers, the management of internal and external budgets related to the programs
• Ensure adherence to quality and compliance

Your profile

• Master or PhD (preferred) in Life Sciences
• At least 6-7 strong experience in multi-cross-functional & multidisciplinary drug development teams within international pharma or biotech companies
• Expertise with Oncology (solid tumours) specific drug development, including regulatory and business requirements
• At least 5 years of experience in Program Management for preclinical and clinical development with Pharma or Biotech company, with hands-on project management skills, including project plans, timelines, budgets, resources, risk assessment and reporting
• PMP or equivalent certification is an asset
• Excellent planning, anticipation, and organizational skills, and good analytical thinking
• Ability to anticipate & troubleshoot problems
• Strong interpersonal skills for bridging between scientific and business participants
• Team player with an open mind, able to constructively accept feed-back and suggestions for improvement
• Ability to handle multiple programs and responsibilities simultaneously on short notice and meet requirements in a fast-paced, high-expectation environments
• Technology-savvy in all Microsoft Office applications; proficient in MS Project or similar planning tools
• Fluency in English (C1), French is an asset