Pfizer's Portfolio Strategy and Scientific Operations (PSSO) department needs a Research Project Manager (RPM) to partner with discovery stage Research Project Leaders (RPL), Non-clinical Project Leaders, and subject matter experts to develop project strategy towards selecting drug candidates and preparing for IND submission. The RPM will ensure project information is up-to-date, implement standard processes, and advance concepts/assets from discovery research through registration.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of research experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment
- Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment
- Strong understanding of early-stage drug development processes and requirements for small molecules and biologics.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
- Experience navigating in ambiguity and driving change and innovation across a matrix.
- Experience leading and engaging in complex scientific discussions and developing/summarizing clear follow-up/action plans.
- Proficiency with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
Responsibilities
- Leverage strong project management and facilitation skills to optimize team meetings and drive effective governance interactions and decision making.
- Manage project timelines, ensuring timelines are aligned with functional activities across the organization (individual project plan, operational portfolio).
- Monitor and report on project execution and progress against milestones and deliverables.
- Organize and facilitate regular or ad-hoc meetings with project teams, key stakeholders/SMEs preparing and distributing agendas, minutes, and other materials as needed.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration that will deliver projects on time with agreed standards.
- Manage planning for stage-gate decisions, governance approvals, and project plan execution.
- Proactively identify potential risks and collaborate closely with various departments within the organization to address and resolve challenges and issues.
Other
- Master's degree in a relevant scientific field
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Experience building relationships, leading strategic initiatives, and programs, and collaborating across divisions.
- PMP certification
- MBA and a minimum of 3 years of research experience in pharmaceutical research and development.
