Senior Director, Global Drug Development Programs

LifeMine Therapeutics; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeMine Therapeutics seeks a Senior Director, Program Management to lead cross-functional project management across research, preclinical, and clinical programs. The role owns PM for the lead asset LIFE-001 and follow-ons, driving timely execution and risk management across global development strategies.

You will build PM capabilities, processes, and talent as LifeMine grows, ensuring strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 12+ years of relevant experience with 5+ years in management.
• Broad understanding of project and portfolio management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Proven cross-functional leadership and collaboration across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic project management leadership for lead asset LIFE-001 and follow-ons.
• Ensure integrated program plans with timelines, risks, and mitigations communicated to leaders.
• Identify barriers and help teams develop solutions to meet goals and milestones.
• Propose process improvements and advise on commercialization opportunities.
• Hire, develop, and manage talent to build drug development PM capabilities.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Budget management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Talent development

Drug development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Graduate degree preferred (life sciences, pharmacy, or business)

Job description

LifeMine Therapeutics seeks a Senior Director, Program Management to lead cross-functional project management across research, preclinical, and clinical programs. The role owns PM for the lead asset LIFE-001 and follow-ons, driving timely execution and risk management across global development strategies.

You will build PM capabilities, processes, and talent as LifeMine grows, ensuring strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.