Director/ Senior Director, Project Team Leader

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The Director/Sr. Director Project Team Leader (PTL) leads projects and portfolio related activities across various therapeutic areas including ophthalmology, neuroscience, CVRM, oncology and immunology.

The Opportunity:

As an integral member of this dynamic team, you will be:

• Leading cross-functional Asset Teams focused on the early development of novel therapeutics including large molecules, small molecules as well as other therapeutic modalities from pre-IND/CTA to Phase III Go.

• Utilizing their deep understanding of disease biology and global drug development to deliver first/ best-in-class and/or best in disease therapeutic molecules ready for successful global development and commercialization.

• Providing strategic leadership and direction to Asset Teams, encompassing oversight of activities, budget, and project planning.

• Collaborating with key stakeholders (e.g., Research, Early Clinical Development, Development Sciences, Translational Medicine, Commercial, Finance, Regulatory, Manufacturing) to define project vision, strategy, product evaluation, scope, milestones, risk assessment, and investment requirements.

• Preparing and delivering high-quality presentations and documentation for senior management to facilitate informed decision-making across the portfolio.

• Contributing to annual prioritization, goal-setting, and business planning processes.

Who You Are:

A servant leader who is both authentic and self-aware. You are a leader with a track record of successfully bringing new medicines to patients, a deep experience and appreciation for cutting-edge science, end to end drug development and commercial leadership. You're passionate about the big picture and achieving results while bringing out the best in the people that you lead, fostering their development and impact.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Advanced degree in life sciences or medicine (MD/ PhD/ MS) required

• Minimum of 7 years (Director) 10 years (Sr. Director) of industry experience in drug development, with a strong emphasis on early-phase non-clinical and clinical development including knowledge of regulatory requirements

• Demonstrated experience in leading teams within a matrix environment.

• Strong decision-making and analytical skills are required

• Proven ability to cultivate excellent cross-functional collaborations.

• Expertise in one or more of the core therapeutic areas

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a track record of effective engagement with executive management.

Relocation benefits are available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $181,600- $393,400 (Director) and $247,000- 458,800 (Sr. Director). Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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