About this role
Provide expert-level, hands-on project leadership of significant complexity in pre-clinical and translational research in a fast-paced, science-driven environment.
Create role model level quality integrated development, risk management plans, and communication plans.
Maintain detailed timelines, budgets, and resource utilization across a portfolio of molecules and biologics in different stages of development and with the deployment of multiple skilled scientists in the context of their explorations, work, travel, synthesis, and timeliness of deliverables.
Serve as a change agent driving continuous process improvement. Work seamlessly within a matrix structure to help direct, train, and influence team members and colleagues in best practices with regard to: organizational dynamics, communication, corporate culture, quality, timelines, cost, budget, and resources required in order to meet the goals of multiple concurrent local and international development projects.
Support the Head of Department in various initiatives designed to enhance Project and Portfolio Management.
Interact directly with and support and guide the expanding local and international work of the Vice President, Translational Research and Medical Science, as well as the growing Translational Research & Medical Science organization.
PhD in chemistry, physics, engineering, or the biological sciences’
PMP Certification is preferred
Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Development
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in either a Project Management role (e.g., a senior-level pre-clinical or translational research project management) or a Regulatory role
Strong computer skills: Lotus Notes, Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and MS Project
Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-lingual environment
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects, both locally and remotely
Strong influencing skills; proven ability to engage colleagues to meet project timelines and deliverables
Outstanding written and verbal communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
Our Value Proposition:
Enjoy the fast-moving, entrepreneurial spirit more typically found in a small biotech, complemented by the benefits of a global pharmaceutical/chemical conglomerate. At this time, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America offers our employees unparalleled opportunities for career success coupled with a supportive level of employee benefits:
Medical/Dental Life Insurance | Supplemental Life Insurance/Dependent Life Insurance |Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance | Business Travel Accident Insurance | Short-Term Disability | Long-Term Disability | Flexible Spending Accounts | Employee’s Savings Plan (401K Plan) | Competitive Paid Time Off