Director, Companion Diagnostic Program Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 195,000 - 292,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and parental leave

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Director, Companion Diagnostic Program Manager to drive strategy and execution of companion diagnostic programs across oncology development from early to commercialization. Remote-US based role with leadership across clinical, regulatory, commercial, and external partners to align biomarker and diagnostic plans with program milestones.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage vendors, and present to senior governance forums, ensuring alignment with patient selection needs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
• 7+ years of experience in project management or related leadership roles.
• Experience in oncology and immuno-oncology drug development.
• Knowledge of companion diagnostic development processes and regulatory interactions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external vendors.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project or enterprise planning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead companion diagnostic strategy for oncology programs from early to late-stage development.
• Provide strategic guidance for programs requiring predictive biomarkers.
• Execute integrated companion diagnostic plans for patient selection and regulatory approval.
• Align diagnostic timelines with clinical development milestones and commercialization plans.
• Present diagnostic strategy and progress to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations for governance committees on diagnostic strategy and execution.
• Oversee external diagnostic partnerships, including performance oversight and risk management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related field

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Companion Diagnostic Program Manager to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.
This role will drive the strategy and execution of companion diagnostic programs that support oncology development from early stage through commercialization. You will partner closely with clinical, regulatory, commercial, and external diagnostic stakeholders to align biomarker and diagnostic plans with key program milestones and patient selection needs. This position requires strong cross-functional leadership, vendor management, and the ability to present recommendations and progress to senior governance forums.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $194,560 – $291,840 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead companion diagnostic strategy for oncology programs from early to late-stage development
• Provide strategic guidance for programs requiring predictive biomarkers
• Execute integrated companion diagnostic plans for patient selection and regulatory approval
• Align diagnostic timelines with clinical development milestones and commercialization plans
• Present diagnostic strategy and progress to senior leadership and external stakeholders
• Prepare presentations for governance committees on diagnostic strategy and execution
• Oversee external diagnostic partnerships, including performance oversight and risk management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences
• 7+ years of experience in project management or related leadership roles
• Experience in oncology and immuno-oncology drug development
• Knowledge of companion diagnostic development processes and regulatory interactions
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external vendors
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project or enterprise planning platforms

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Two medical plan options, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary plans for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Access to backup care, family support programs, and financial wellness tools
• Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.