Senior Portfolio & Program Director, Biotech (Hybrid)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-Site Eligible

Annual bonus

Annual equity awards

Medical benefits

Commuting subsidy

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC in Boston seeks a senior leader to serve as Associate Director of Portfolio and Program Management, guiding programs from Research through early Development. You will partner with program leads and cross-functional teams to align scientific objectives with portfolio priorities, and to deliver against defined goals.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, risk management, integrated planning, and talent development.

Qualifications

• Typically requires an advanced degree in Life Sciences or a relevant field.
• Typically requires 8 years of experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with drug development on cross-functional teams and/or in more than one function.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional decision-making to align research and development with portfolio goals.
• Develop integrated program plans, timelines and budgets across R&D functions.
• Proactively manage risks, bottlenecks, and resource constraints across programs.

Skills

Portfolio & Program Management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Communication

Risk analysis

Education

Advanced degree in Life Sciences or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC in Boston seeks a senior leader to serve as Associate Director of Portfolio and Program Management, guiding programs from Research through early Development. You will partner with program leads and cross-functional teams to align scientific objectives with portfolio priorities, and to deliver against defined goals.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, risk management, integrated planning, and talent development.