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About the Role

As a Program Team Lead (PTL), you will lead the strategic development and execution of clinical-stage programs at the Biogen West Coast Hub (WCH). You will provide strategic and multidisciplinary drug development expertise to maximize program value and drive the formulation and execution of integrated, clinical program-level development plans with associated budget and resources. This role is crucial for ensuring functional voices are represented and business considerations are integrated into planning and execution, while being accountable to governance mechanisms for program-related decisions.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and ongoing refinement of integrated clinical program development plans to maximize value creation and efficient execution.
Establish and maintain clear program goals, timelines, and risk management strategies.
Drive accountability among functional team members and ensure delivery of functional level plans.
Represent the program internally and externally, including at governance forums.
Integrate scientific and business considerations to support clinical development plan execution and decision-making.
Foster a strong team culture for effective planning and execution of clinical development strategies.
Contribute to West Coast Hub and departmental best practices to promote program synergies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred (MS/MD/PhD/PharmD/MBA).
10-12 years of drug development experience in pharma or biotech.
Proven track record of strategic leadership in delivering complex cross-functional goals.
Experience in creating and executing integrated asset- or program-level development plans aligned with broader strategies.
Strong understanding of therapeutic areas and optimal, end-to-end development strategies.
Ability to identify bottlenecks, surface issues, and proactively drive for their timely escalation and resolution.
Ability to anticipate internal and external drivers of change and understand/communicate implications of emerging scientific and medical data.

Skills

Strategic thinking
Executive presence
Enterprise mindset
Business acumen
Matrix leadership
Coaching and mentoring
Exceptional communication skills
Resilience
Servant leadership
Accountability
Maturity
Empathy
Prior drug development experience involving broad-potential immunology assets
Prior subcutaneous formulation development experience
Deep understanding of Minimum and Target Product Profile (MPP, TPP) concepts
Ability to assess and incorporate commercial, competitive and value considerations into clinical development strategy
Working understanding of US and ex-US regulatory requirements and processes
Knowledge of key IND-enabling pharmacology, toxicology and CMC activities
Experience in development and execution of early clinical studies
Experience in development and execution of pivotal clinical studies for drug registration

Location

West Coast Hub

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Management
10-12 years of drug development experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Advanced degree (MS/MD/PhD/PharmD/MBA) strongly preferred

Salary/Compensations

$274,000.00-$377,000.00

Benefits

Short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation
Additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays
3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

About the Company

Biogen is a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit.
As a mid-sized biotechnology company, Biogen provides the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact.
The team encompasses talented and passionate achievers with unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and skill expansion.
Biogen works together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in the mission.
The company's mission is: Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.