Global Program Head Oncology at EMD Serono Research & Development Institute

Billerica, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

381700.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Vision, Strategy Development, Clinical Development, Regulatory Approvals, Market Access, Commercial Value Optimization, Alliance Governance, Budget Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Business Acumen, Leadership, Decision-Making, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Enterprise Leadership

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Work Location: Billerica, Massachusetts Shift: Department: HC-RD Global Research & Development Recruiter: Omar de Bary This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization. Your role: In your role as Global Program Head (GPH), you hold final accountability for the overall vision, strategy, execution, and development deliverables of one or more highly complex and/or partnered global programs within a designated disease or clinical area. You will lead one or more Global Program Teams (GPTs) consisting of multidisciplinary functional experts focused on clinical development, securing global regulatory approvals, ensuring market access, and optimizing the commercial value of the program(s). Your position involves extensive collaboration with leaders from internal and external development and commercial teams to design and implement a comprehensive strategy. Additionally, you will represent the GPT(s) and the company as a business and scientific leader in Alliance governance and other relevant external meetings. Key responsibilities include establishing a program vision and strategy, proactively shaping the external environment to defend and improve the company's position, and anticipating internal and external drivers of change to program strategy. You will ensure alignment across global functions and regions, lead collaboration to implement agreed plans, and serve as the primary internal communication contact for assigned program(s). Additionally, you will manage program budget decisions, build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams, and provide strong enterprise leadership. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline, significant experience in global drug development, and demonstrated success in influencing and interacting cross-functionally in a matrix environment. Strong business acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to navigate uncertainty are essential for this role. Who you are: The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline, with a preference for a doctoral-level degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD). Strong preference for candidates with late stage oncology experience. You should have a minimum of 10+ years of experience in global drug development, including substantial managerial experience leading multidisciplinary global program teams in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Demonstrated expertise across various areas of drug development is essential, along with a broad understanding of research, pre-clinical development, process development, manufacturing, clinical, regulatory, and marketing processes. Experience with global or regional launches, as well as marketed products, is highly valued. Strong knowledge in the relevant therapeutic area is preferred, along with a proven track record of influencing and collaborating cross-functionally within a matrix environment. You should be a business-savvy executive with mature leadership capabilities, adept in decision-making, conflict resolution, and influencing others. Your entrepreneurial drive will be recognized, and you will have the ability to represent the company effectively and negotiate at all levels, both internally and externally, across key geographies. Outstanding interpersonal skills are critical for constructive interaction with all functions within a global matrix organization, including partnerships with external organizations. A strong strategic thinker and enterprise leader, capable of exercising sound judgment in uncertain situations or when faced with incomplete or ambiguous data. A strong results orientation and excellent communication and team leadership skills are essential for success in this role. ADA REQUIREMENTS Normal and routine office duties Position requires both domestic and international travel Pay Range for this position: $229,800 - $381,700 The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

Responsibilities

The Global Program Head holds final accountability for the vision, strategy, execution, and development deliverables of complex global programs, leading multidisciplinary Global Program Teams focused on clinical development and regulatory approvals. Key duties include establishing program strategy, shaping the external environment, ensuring global functional alignment, managing budget decisions, and leading high-performing cross-functional teams.