Head of Early-Phase Oncology Program Management

Jazz Pharmaceuticals; California; On-site; USD 230,000 - 346,000; Full time

Job summary

Jazz Pharmaceuticals in the United States is seeking a Senior Director, Head of Early Phase Program Management to shape the vision and execution framework for its late-stage oncology and early-phase portfolio.

The role partners with Clinical Development, Operations, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Biometrics to ensure feasible study designs, robust budgets, and on-time delivery across global trials.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering complex early-phase oncology trials.
• Experience partnering with Clinical Development leads on study design and feasibility.
• Strong governance, budgeting and portfolio-level oversight.
• Ability to lead globally with matrix leadership and time-zone flexibility.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management at executive levels.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic vision and long-term direction for Late Oncology and Early Phase PM.
• Lead Global Clinical Operations Directors and Associate Directors.
• Oversee budgets, timelines, vendor governance, and CRO relationships.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and inspection readiness across trials.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Global program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Advanced degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.S. or equivalent)

Job description

Jazz Pharmaceuticals in the United States is seeking a Senior Director, Head of Early Phase Program Management to shape the vision and execution framework for its late-stage oncology and early-phase portfolio.

The role partners with Clinical Development, Operations, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Biometrics to ensure feasible study designs, robust budgets, and on-time delivery across global trials.