Strategic Program Director — Biotech & Ops

BioSpace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

Syner-G is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager to partner with the executive team, drive alignment across product development and business initiatives, and ensure operational excellence. The role emphasizes translating strategy into actionable programs and establishing governance and KPIs at scale.

You will influence senior stakeholders, manage a portfolio of initiatives, and lead special projects that advance growth, transformation, and delivery across regulated life sciences

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA, or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to executive leadership on critical business, product development, and organizational priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable programs, operating plans, governance structures, and measurable outcomes.
• Support strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, resource planning, and roadmap development across key business initiatives.
• Drive executive operating rhythms, including leadership meetings, business reviews, strategic planning sessions, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead a portfolio of high-priority cross-functional initiatives spanning research, product development, operations, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial functions.
• Establish program structures, governance models, accountability frameworks, and performance metrics that improve visibility, alignment, and execution.

Skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Portfolio management

PMO leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related

Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheet

Portfolio management tools

Job description

Syner-G is seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager to partner with the executive team, drive alignment across product development and business initiatives, and ensure operational excellence. The role emphasizes translating strategy into actionable programs and establishing governance and KPIs at scale.

You will influence senior stakeholders, manage a portfolio of initiatives, and lead special projects that advance growth, transformation, and delivery across regulated life sciences