Associate Director/Director, Project Management

SK Life Science; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

SK Life Science in Paramus, NJ seeks an Associate Director/Director, Project Management to lead cross-functional Asset Teams, ensure alignment on timelines, budgets, risks and milestones, and partner with Asset Team Leaders to drive execution.

The role requires 7–10+ years in pharma project management, knowledge of IND/CTA/NDA submissions, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; will oversee budgets and PM tooling like Smartsheet and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• PMI PMP certification preferred.
• 7–10+ years of project management experience in pharma/biotech.
• Drug development knowledge across functional areas and regulatory standards.
• Experience with IND/CTA/NDA/BLA submissions and asset strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more Asset Teams in partnership with the Asset Team Leader.
• Provide direct PM support for cross-functional Asset Team activities.
• Partner with Finance for budget oversight and forecasting.
• Develop and maintain integrated project timelines and risk logs.
• Coordinate Asset Team meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Drive alignment and accountability to achieve milestones across teams.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Budgeting & financial oversight

Timeline & risk management

Communication

Multitasking & adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

PMI PMP Certification

Tools

Smartsheet

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Associate Director/Director, Project Management

Job Locations

US-NJ-Paramus

Contract Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

The Associate Director/Director, Project Management is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of one or more Asset Teams in partnership with the Asset Team Leader. This role provides cross-functional project management support, drives alignment and accountability across team members, and ensures effective tracking of timelines, budgets, risks, decisions, and key milestones.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage one or more Asset Teams in partnership with the Asset Team Leader.
• Provide direct project management support for cross-functional Asset Team activities.
• Partner with Finance to provide financial oversight of cross-functional and Asset Team budgets.
• Develop and maintain integrated project timelines, risk logs, action item trackers, and other project management tools.
• Coordinate Asset Team meetings, including agendas, meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Drive alignment, collaboration, accountability, and achievement of key milestones across Asset Team(s).

Responsibilities

• Foster strong working relationships and facilitate effective communication among management, Asset Team members, and functional line leaders to ensure proactive management of issues, risks, decisions, and opportunities.
• Support the Asset Team Leader with financial and resource management activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, and ensuring effective use of resources throughout the year.
• Communicate and interact with SK Biopharmaceuticals (SKBP) and SK Life Science, Inc. (SKLSI) management to ensure timely and appropriate flow of project information to key decision-makers and team members.
• Ensure team discussions are focused on decision-making and execution by clearly defining action items, owners, and timelines, and by driving issues to resolution.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions, and maintain project documentation and repositories to promote transparency and accessibility across the team.
• Serve as a key point of contact for program-related information and maintain a comprehensive understanding of program scope, deliverables, timelines, current status, key risks, mitigation strategies, and critical decisions.
• Manage and maintain project management tools and platforms, including Smartsheet, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Manage critical components of specific compound- or asset-based projects as assigned.
• Support the Finance team with the implementation and ongoing management of Purchase Orders and project budgets.
• Provide oversight of PMO activities or specific PMO initiatives, as requested.
• Lead or support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree
• An Advanced Degree in a relevant field strongly preferred
• PMI PMP Certification preferred
• 7-10+ years of Project Management experience
• Drug discovery and development knowledge across a broad range of functions and therapeutic areas
• Knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical quality and regulatory standards requirements
• Proven track record of project and/or operational support for successful IND, CTA, NDA, and/or BLA regulatory submissions
• Track record of supporting asset strategies, long-term planning and managing integrated timelines and resources
• Intellectual agility - able to pivot based on shifting priorities and balance multiple projects seamlessly in a fast paced environment
• Ability to multitask
• Adapts to change
• Maintain composure under pressure
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions and use of effective verbal communications
• Adapts change, adjust change and grasps information quickly
• Examine and observe details

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $220,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, and business needs.

In addition to base salary, SK Life Science offers a competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match and medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified at the Company's discretion.