Global Development Lead

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The Global Development Lead will lead a cross-functional matrix product team developing novel therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals in oncology. The role is accountable and responsible for creating, executing, and managing comprehensive drug development plans to advance compounds through early and late-stages to marketing authorization. Candidates must demonstrate strong scientific & technical leadership and the ability to lead and influence without authority. The ideal candidate will have prior experience leading project teams with external collaboration partners for oncology assets, preferably radiopharmaceuticals or other complex molecules.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead and collaborate in a cross-functional team environment to develop and commercialize radiopharmaceutical products.
• Define (or participate in defining) and own joint program objectives.
• Ensure documentation and execution of robust product development strategies and plans to achieve program milestones and value inflection points.
• Navigate and lead teams through decisions, issues, risks, and mitigations.
• Build team culture and identity to rally teams around the program vision, patients, and objectives
• Oversight of Project Manager to ensure application of project management best practice, with the objective of progressing the Telix product portfolio through development within project timelines and budget.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the programs and ensure that good communication is maintained both with
• Internal product teams and with external product partners.
• Complete oversight of the successful delivery of product development plans and product approvals, more specifically:
  • Maintenance of up-to-date documentation of product positioning and target product profile.
  • Progress tracking of all activities against the development plan and notification of potential delays and/or other changes.
  • Documentation and tracking of the Program budget; working with Finance and the project manager to ensure contracts and costs are recorded in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Work with senior management to assess product development risks and compile risk mitigation and scenario plans
  • Conducting regular reviews to ensure appropriate Program documentation is in place and to monitor project progress, scope, timelines and budget.
  • Ensuring all Program Team members and the Executive are kept informed of project status, costs and risks.
  • Supporting Project Managers in preparing periodic reports to internal stakeholders, including senior management, on the status and progress of the Program.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and delivery of corporate objectives.
• Preparing timely and accurate reports for Management.
• Maintaining current awareness of Program-related scientific, clinical and commercial functional knowledge.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or PhD strongly preferred
• 10+ years’ pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience including direct experience in oncology drug development required
• 5+ years’ project and budget management experience required
• Experience leading teams in global partnerships or co-development agreements is strongly preferred
• Prior experience working with radioconjugates or antibody drug conjugates (ADC) is strongly preferred
• Experienced in therapeutic oncology drug development
• Understanding of the regulatory environment in the US, EU and APAC
• Experience working as part of, and leading, cross-functional teams

Key Capabilities:

• Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected
• Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges
• Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do
• Results-oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results
• Ethical behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges
• Strong communication skills: Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language
• Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals
• Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges
• Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills