P2407 - Global Project Leader - Oncology

Debiopharm is privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company commitmented to research in oncology and infectious diseases in order to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Debiopharm International SA aims to develop innovative therapies via our unique “development only” business model, acting as a bridge between disruptive discovery products and patient access in international markets. At Debiopharm you will be at the forefront of the fight against cancer and infectious diseases through working on innovative medicines for patients. Join our team at Debiopharm where together, we innovate, we impact, and we grow.

For our Project Management Office organization based at our Headquarters in Lausanne, we are looking for a

Global Project Leader - Oncology - Permanent position

As Global Project Leader (GPL) you have a global vision of the project until the launch on the market. You establish and manage the project’s global strategy, while ensuring the close communication with field / technical experts, so as to achieve the objectives set and approved by the Program LT. You guarantee the global result of the project related to the Target Product Profile (TPP), the deadlines (development plan) and the budget. You contribute to the development of innovative treatments for unmet needs and patients by ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the team, leading ad-hoc cross-functional task forces/sub teams

 

Your responsibilities will be but not limited to:

•  Guide innovation, provide drug development expertise and strategic leadership to the Programs and project teams, comprising all pre-clinical, clinical, technical, regulatory, operational and commercial disciplines

• Define the vision, overall development strategy and operational implementation for the assigned Programs based on regulatory and market requirements to obtain drug approval and maximize the out-licensing value of the Programs
• Anticipate internal and external drivers of changes to strategy, and respond by making rapid, well-judged adjustments to the Programs roadmap
• Identify potential issues and risks; develop, align and implement mitigation plans in a transparent and timely manner
• Drive proactive scenario planning and risk-taking paths across the project teams
• Develop team effectiveness and lead high performing project teams to achieve superior results
• Jointly with the Global Line Functions and the Global Project Managers, align on staffing of Project Teams. Identify, resolve and escalate resource issues
• Set goals, actively coach and contribute to the performance appraisal of the project team members in close partnership with the line-functions
• Oversee execution of the Program strategy across all functions and sub–teams
• Drive project operations in close partnership with the Global Program Managers
• Communicate the strategy to the global project teams and functions, and ensure that the agreed strategy is reflected in the operational activities
• Drive and steer the implementation of the Program strategy in close collaboration with the relevant functions within agreed timelines, budgets and resources
• Define and implement clear measurable goals for program execution
• Propose and manage, with the support of the Global Program Managers, the management of internal and external budgets related to the programs
• Ensure adherence to quality and compliance
• Represent the Programs internally and externally with objective advocacy of their potential and transparent disclosure of their risks
• Secure internal alignment on vision and strategy with governance bodies, board members and across functions
• Develop and maintain external communication strategy around the Programs targeting different stakeholders such as patients and potential out-licensing partners
• Shape the external environment to strengthen the company position related to the Program by developing strong evidence and trust-based relationships with key stakeholders (regulators, KOLs, patient groups, scientific societies)
• Maintain and develop a positive organizational culture, by promoting the values of the focus on patients, science, collaboration and people
• Actively engage with the Market Intelligence, Marketing, Market Access and Business Development teams for input on the Program

• Master or PhD (preferred) in Life Sciences
• At least 6-7 Strong experience in multi-cross-functional & multidisciplinary drug development teams within international pharma or biotech companies
• Expertise with Oncology (solid tumors) specific drug development, including regulatory and business requirements
• At least 5 years of experience in Program Management for preclinical and clinical development with Pharma or Biotech company, with hands-on project management skills, including project plans, timelines, budgets, resources, risk assessment and reporting
• PMP or equivalent certification is an asset
• Excellent planning, anticipation, and organizational skills, and good analytical thinking
• Ability to anticipate & troubleshoot problems
• Strong interpersonal skills for bridging between scientific and business participants
• Team player with an open mind, able to constructively accept feed-back and suggestions for improvement.
• Ability to handle multiple programs and responsibilities simultaneously on short notice and meet requirements in a fast-paced, high-expectation environments
• Technology-savvy in all Microsoft Office applications; proficient in MS Project or similar planning tools
• Fluency in English (C1), French is an asset

Debiopharm offers employees:

• International, highly dynamic environment with a long term vision.
• Cross-functional collaboration at the forefront of the most advanced scientific developments in oncology and anti-bacterial industry
• Exposure to a wide variety of areas and functions within clinical development and the pharmaceutical industry
• Participation in a company where innovation, people and entrepreneurship are the fundamental keys to success.
• Proud to be an Equal-Pay certified, we ensure offering to all our employees the same opportunities

 

The use of external staffing agencies or recruiters requires prior approval from our Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department at Debiopharm requests external staffing agencies or recruiters not to contact Debiopharm employees or members of the Board of Directors directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of an agreement between the Human Resources Department and the external staffing agency or recruiter does not create any implied obligation on the part of Debiopharm.

Debiopharm will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates themselves for either current or future positions