Associate Director/Director, Program Management (Regulatory Submissions)

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.

$155K — $190K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project management experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences
  • Strong understanding of drug development processes and biotech integration
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing global marketing authorization submissions
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and project management expertise
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical abilities
  • Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment and navigate ambiguity
  • Proficiency in project management tools like Smartsheet, MS Project, and Excel

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of submission strategies aligning with corporate and regulatory objectives
  • Manage cross-functional teams through submission processes
  • Oversee delivery of marketing authorization applications by project teams
  • Develop integrated marketing authorization plans including timeline and resource allocation
  • Provide regular project updates ensuring transparency with stakeholders
  • Create program reports for executive governance
  • Establish best practices and SOPs for submission processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Flexible time off and paid holidays
  • Monthly wellness stipend
  • Generous 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits and disability/life insurance
  • Annual bonus opportunities and equity grants
Full Job Description
The Associate Director/Director, Program Management will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical, regulatory, non-clinical, and technical operations, to lead regional and global cross-functional teams in the planning, preparation, and delivery of compliant marketing authorization filings. This individual will oversee the development and execution of project plans from initiation to completion, ensuring the plan is completed on time, in scope, and within budget. Additionally, they will work closely with teams to proactively identify potential risks and implement effective solutions. A successful candidate must have experience managing drug development projects, particularly initial marketing authorization applications, in a fast-paced environment, with a strong willingness to build relationships with cross-functional teams, dive into details, and address gaps as needed to ensure program success.

Required location: Waltham, MA (hub-based, onsite 3-4 days per week)

Responsibilities:
  • Contribute to and lead the execution of submission strategies in alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Lead and manage cross-functional submission team meetings and workstreams (Regulatory, Clinical, Quality, CMC, Medical Writing)
  • Oversee project team delivery of the marketing authorization applications
  • Develop and own detailed integrated marketing authorization plans, including goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
  • Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to Program Leader and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and transparency
  • Own program reports / dashboards to executive and other governance teams
  • Establish best practices and SOPs as needed for marketing application related submission processes


Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of relevant experience of project management experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry
  • Strong understanding of drug development and how biotech functions integrate
  • Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects inate-stage drug development, with experience managing global marketing authorization submissions (NDA, BLA, MAA) preferred
  • Demonstrated project management and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity
  • Responds to changing priorities and uncertainty by maintaining composure, resilience, and an open mind while embracing change in an evolving environment
  • Proven record of collaboration and excellent communication
  • Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Excel, think-cell, OnePager)


Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
    • Associate Director: advanced degree 5+ years of experience
    • Director: advanced degree 8+ years of experience


This role may be hired at the Associate Director or Director level depending on candidate experience or business need.

Salary Range

$155,000-$190,000 USD

Salary Range (Associate Director)

$155,000-$190,000 USD

Salary Range (Director)

$192,000-$235,000 USD

For Full Time Roles: This range represents the company's good-faith estimate of the salary at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, location, and internal equity. We also offer comprehensive health coverage, flexible time off, paid holidays, and a year-end shutdown. Enjoy a monthly wellness stipend, generous 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, disability and life insurance, plus annual bonus opportunities and equity grants-because your well-being and future matter to us.

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