Biotech Drug Development Program Lead

Genentech; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Genentech in California is seeking a Program Manager to drive drug development programs from Late Stage Research through Proof of Concept. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, maintain integrated schedules, and ensure timely decision points with stakeholders.

A life sciences degree with 5–8 years of biotech/pharma experience is required, along with direct project management experience and knowledge of the drug development process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related discipline; 5-8 years multi-disciplinary experience in biotech/pharma. Advanced degree desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain integrated program schedules for accurate analyses and inputs into business planning.
• Oversee program team budget including resources and costs with Finance and cross-functional partners.
• Communicate, document and archive program team activities; act as primary contact for program information.
• Proactively identify and manage risks with scenario planning and mitigation plans.
• Facilitate program team meetings and cross-functional decision making with stakeholders.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline team and business processes.
• Support high-level performance by contributing to team management best practices.

Skills

Project management

Biotech knowledge

Financial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Decision making

Feedback culture

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree Life Sciences

Advanced degree desirable

Job description

Genentech in California is seeking a Program Manager to drive drug development programs from Late Stage Research through Proof of Concept. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, maintain integrated schedules, and ensure timely decision points with stakeholders.

A life sciences degree with 5–8 years of biotech/pharma experience is required, along with direct project management experience and knowledge of the drug development process.