Sr. Director, Program Team Leader

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit , and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

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• Collaborate with Program Leads and key cross-functional groups to develop and execute program team strategies within the broader clinical portfolio management context

• Interface with Development teams, Senior Management, and Executive Management on project requirements, status reviews, and key development decisions

• Oversee the establishment and maintenance of functionally integrated project schedules, enabling accurate analyses, critical path identification, and resource constraint management

• Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies across multiple clinical programs, ensuring robust planning and tracking

• Direct project management activities, scenario planning, and budget management for assigned programs, providing regular status updates to stakeholders

• Lead, facilitate, and document efficient Program Team meetings, coordinating complex cross-functional team operations, communication, and decision-making processes

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key senior leadership and stakeholder groups across the organization

• Identify and implement business process improvements and innovative solutions

• Manage key external vendor activities and associated budgets when required.

• Mentor and develop lower-level Program Managers, providing guidance, training, and growth opportunities

• Contribute to the recruitment and selection of new program managers as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Typical Experience or Education:

• BS/BA degree in a life science AND 15+ years of multi-disciplinary experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry. Experience with both early and late phase pharmaceutical project management including IND/CTA, NDA/MAA submissions. Successful track record of managing complex cross-functional programs including knowledge of drug development process and inter-dependencies of key functions to include research, pharmaceutical development, non-clinical, clinical PK, metabolism, clinical research and manufacturing. Experience with drug development outside the US is desirable. OR

• Master's degree preferred AND 13+ years of similar experience noted

Common Knowledge & Skills:

• Acts as a "trusted advisor" across the company and may be recognized as an external expert

• Provides strategy, vision and direction regarding issues that may have company-wide impact

• Requires in-depth knowledge of the functional area, business strategies, and the company's goals

• Possesses industry-leading knowledge

• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels across the organization

• Ability to drive consensus and decision-making

• Strong leadership, coaching, employee development skills

• Ability to influence others with or without authority at all levels of the organization

• Proactive and innovative, with excellent problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a cross functional team and matrix environment

Job Specific Knowledge & Qualifications:

• Excellent team member with a strong willingness and ability to work across projects at different stages of development in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within program management and drug development

• In-depth understanding of early and late-phase pharmaceutical project management, including IND/CTA and NDA/MAA submissions

• Advanced knowledge of the drug development process and inter-dependencies of key functions such as research, pharmaceutical development, non-clinical, clinical PK, metabolism, clinical research, manufacturing, commercial and medical affairs

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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