VP, Program Team Lead

Ladders; United States; À distance; USD 315 000 - 385 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Résumé du poste

Ladders is seeking a VP, Program Team Lead to guide integrated oncology development programs across the full lifecycle. This executive role partners with senior stakeholders to drive disciplined delivery and governance in a highly matrixed environment.

The ideal candidate has deep scientific and enterprise leadership experience in oncology drug development. The position is remote with a compensation range of $315,000–$385,000 annually, reflecting expertise in clinical strategy and regulatory

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and strategic agility required.
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional programs in a matrix environment.
• Deep oncology drug development expertise and regulatory understanding.

Responsabilités

• Lead cross-functional program teams to execute integrated global product strategy across the development lifecycle.
• Ensure program delivery by meeting milestones, timelines, and budget targets while managing risks.
• Drive product strategy by maximizing opportunities and aligning diverse stakeholder perspectives.
• Ensure governance and compliance across all program activities, protecting the organization's rights and data.
• Represent the program in interactions with senior leadership and external stakeholders, providing compelling updates.
• Build and inspire high-performing cross-functional teams across various functions.
• Provide strategic scientific leadership for clinical development plans and data interpretation.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Formation

MD/PhD or equivalent

Description du poste

For our client, we are seeking a VP, Program Team Lead to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This executive role will guide integrated oncology development programs across the full product lifecycle, aligning clinical, regulatory, and cross-functional priorities to advance strategy and execution. The leader will partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive disciplined delivery, effective governance, and strong decision-making in a highly matrixed environment. This position requires both scientific depth and enterprise leadership, with a focus on translating complex data into clear program direction and measurable development outcomes.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $315,000 – $385,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional program teams to execute integrated global product strategy across the development lifecycle
• Ensure program delivery by meeting milestones, timelines, and budget targets while managing risks
• Drive product strategy by maximizing opportunities and aligning diverse stakeholder perspectives
• Ensure governance and compliance across all program activities, protecting the organization's rights and data
• Represent the program in interactions with senior leadership and external stakeholders, providing compelling updates
• Build and inspire high-performing cross-functional teams across various functions
• Provide strategic scientific leadership for clinical development plans and data interpretation

Qualifications

• M.D., Pharm.D., Ph.D., or equivalent postgraduate qualification in a relevant scientific or medical field; M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. preferred
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in oncology drug development in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Proven experience leading integrated cross-functional program teams in a matrix environment
• Deep expertise in oncology drug development, including clinical strategy and regulatory considerations
• Experience leading both early-stage and late-stage oncology programs with successful drug approval and launch
• Strong external credibility with oncology thought leaders and health authorities
• Visionary leadership style with exceptional problem-solving and strategic agility

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.