Associate Director, R&D Project Management

Job Description

CSL is transforming its R&D organization to accelerate innovation and create greater impact for patients. With a streamlined, project-led structure and a focus on collaboration, we're building a future-ready team that excels in dynamic biotech ecosystems. Joining CSL now means being part of an agile team committed to developing therapies that make a meaningful difference worldwide.

Could you be our next Associate Director, Project Management? The job is in our King of Prussia, PA or Maidenhead UK office. This is a hybrid position and is onsite three days a week. You will report to TA Portfolio Delivery Lead.

Position Description:

Responsible for leading the successful operational delivery of global, cross functional R&D projects of strategic importance to CSL's product portfolio.

Main Responsibilities & Accountabilities:


- Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
- Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
- Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
- Lead cross functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
- Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
- Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current.
- Identify, evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
- Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
- Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
- Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department


Qualifications and Experience


- Bachelor degree or equivalent in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years' experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
- 5+ years' experience as project manager leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed, global environment, in-depth knowledge in drug research, development and manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated experience in delivering projects to meet business objectives on time, within budget and with quality.


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Skills:

Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budget Management, Coaching, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Drug Development, Ecosystems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Management, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management



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