REQ-10047893
4月 25, 2025
Japan

摘要

This is a newly created position regarding the establishment of a clinical translational research hub.
本募集はClinical Translational Research Hub設置に関して新設されるポジションです。
Generally, projects with higher complexity and critical for development.

About the Role

Program/Project Responsibility (Core competencies)

Accountable at Japan project level for:
•Co-leading the Japan Project Team (JPT) together with the JP Physician and the JP CSTL.
•Facilitating the Japan project strategy and timelines as integral part of the IDPA in close collaboration with the global BR program team (BPT), the JP Local Trial Team (LTT), DEV-JP and project relevant local line functions (e.g. Development Unit and Global Project Manager in Japan DEV)
•Accountable for high quality of Japan Project Team’s (JPT) deliverables, such as JPT minutes, JPT objectives, and accountable for tollgate presentation in Japan management board
•Ensuring realistic forecasts and timely flagging of forecast variations with rationale for timelines across studies
•Advancement of assigned project by communicating to JPT members and collaborating with GPM
•Scenario planning with clearly defined decision points
•Risk mitigation
•Providing scientific and drug development expertise
•Navigate the decision-making process within the organization
•Ensure effective and efficient communication within and outside of the team.

Impact on the Organization

•Facilitates Japan project team strategy, operational excellence with a focus on quality, accuracy in building and maintaining integrated project plans and resource forecasts in-line with the IDPA and in close collaboration with the global BR program team (BPT)
•Clearly understands the entire Drug Development processes and applied these processes also involving key stakeholders.
•Ensures close collaboration with the BR Early Strategic Partnerships (ESP) team to coordinate external collaborations with internal stakeholders
•Facilitates team interaction and team building towards a high performing team
•Strengthen the collaboration with DEV-Japan to foster timely transition of programs

Minimum Requirements
•Previous track record of success in working with international and multidisciplinary drug development teams 5+ years pharma industry experience
•5+ years of equivalent multi-/cross-functional leadership experience
•Excellent project / program management skills
•Expert knowledge in oncology research or drug development (including early and late-stage development)
Education:
•Masters or Doctorate in life sciences OR MBA with bachelor’s degree OR equivalent experience in life science
•PMP certification (or similar) preferred but not necessary.
•Excellent communication in Japanese and English required (written and spoken).

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REQ-10047893

Associate Director, Japan Program Management

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