Associate Director, Program Management

Biopharma Careers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

RayzeBio, a Bristol Myers Squibb subsidiary in San Diego, is seeking an Associate Director, Program Management to lead cross-functional planning and execution of development programs. You will work with clinical and regulatory teams to define strategy and drive on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a BA/BS with drug development experience (IND to NDA), 5+ years in biotech/pharma, and strong contract management, risk mitigation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with drug development experience.
• 5+ years in biotech/pharma project/program management.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional planning for development programs.
• Develop integrated program plans with milestones and risks.
• Manage critical path and budget, escalate issues to leadership.
• Lead team meetings, document decisions and actions.
• Implement best practices and improve ways of working.
• Apply AI tools to improve execution and decisions.

Skills

Program management

Clinical development

Risk management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional communication

Education

BA/BS in life sciences or related field

MS/PhD/MBA (preferred)

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Life at BMS

At RayzeBio, every day is an opportunity to ignite meaningful change. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb, RayzeBio blends the nimble, pioneering spirit of an emergent biotech with the global expertise and resources of a leading innovator in oncology. Our mission is to develop transformative radiopharmaceutical therapies that offer new hope for patients living with cancer. Here, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team where your ideas are valued, your expertise is amplified, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. From day one, expect to make an immediate impact, on our science, on our teams, and most importantly, on patients. Learn more about RayzeBio: https://careers.bms.com/rayzebio/

Summary

The Associate Director of Program Management will be accountable for the cross-functional planning and execution of one or more development programs. This role will work with a cross-functional team to define and drive the execution of the development strategy with urgency, manage timelines, identify and manage risk.

The ideal candidate will bring clinical-stage program management expertise, deep understanding of drug development and regulatory processes, and the ability to assess and drive deployment of tools and best practices to ensure successful product development.

Job Responsibilities

• Support program strategic planning; build functional plans, aligning with program strategy.
• Build and maintain integrated program plans, identifying all activities, dependencies, resources, and milestones; continually review the critical path and proactively manage technical and/or executional risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of programs.
• Challenge assumptions, timelines and expenses at the program level; pressure test plans; and create alternative scenarios, highlighting interdependencies and downstream impacts of strategic decisions.
• Manage team meetings including developing agendas and documenting decisions and action items.
• Proactively identify risks, lead detailed risk impact analyses, develop mitigation plans, and elevate issues to leadership with sound judgment and minimal supervision.
• Maintain effective communication across the program team through a variety of communication and PM tools to ensure cross-functional alignment and focused execution.
• As a project management subject matter expert, understand best practices, identify gaps and challenges, implement efficiencies and improved ways of working within the organization.

Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

BA/BS required, in combination with drug development experience at various stages (pre-IND through NDA approval). Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) and PMP certification preferred.

Minimum of at least 5+ years work experience in Biotech or Pharma; prior experience in project management required.

Experience with commonly used project management tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and Smartsheet.

Skills and Qualifications

Successful track record in managing clinical development teams and successfully advancing development candidates to global regulatory submissions (e.g. INDs/NDAs).

Ability to execute diverse and novel strategies in a matrix environment.

Demonstrated skill in bridging strategy to functional plans and driving execution.

Strong organizational skills, persistent attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage timelines and priorities.

Proven ability to build relationships, communicate clearly, navigate diverse perspectives, and align cross-functional stakeholders to advance program execution.

Applies AI to improve team execution and decision‑making.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation Overview

San Diego - CA - US: $182,753 - $221,454

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time‑off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and NewYear’s Day.
• U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb

RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS and RayzeBio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail] . Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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