Program Director, Lupus

About this Role

The Program Director, Lupus will be responsible for significant elements of program strategy and cross-functional execution. This individual, accountable to the PDC Lead as part of Global Product Strategy & Commercialization organization, partners with the PDC Lead to drive cross-functional, long range asset strategy and oversee its implementation. The Program Director will lead strategic initiatives including development of the disease area strategic plan and the lifecycle management process while managing the day-to-day operations of the PDC team. They will work closely with a diverse set of cross-functional partners and provide leadership within the cross-functional asset team. 

What You’ll Do

• Manage the day-to-day operations of a Lupus PDC team including create, track, and update monthly PDC Dashboards, Action Log and Risk Registry; Drive program goal planning and execution including identification of key strategic issues and decisions; Manage team agendas and meetings in collaboration with PDC Lead

• Support a Lupus PDC team in preparation for successful launches of our asset and lead relevant PDC sub-teams (LCM, device, etc.) to develop strategies for maximizing the asset in the short and long term

• Lead the Lupus PDC communication team to ensure effective execution of communication priorities and plan; update monthly and quarterly asset reports

• Support the PDC lead in the process for development of the Lupus disease area strategic plan in close collaboration with the PDC lead

• Be responsible for issue identification, resolution, and escalation. Drive scenario planning to inform current and upcoming actions and to communicate with internal stakeholders

• Engage cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, PO&T/Manufacturing, Regulatory, Drug Safety, R&D, and Medical to ensure alignment, and facilitate communication across company- may lead additional cross-functional workstreams across multiple disease areas as needed to support the team

• Support the PDC lead in the creation of a high performing team, including measurement of PDC team health, after-action reviews, ensuring diversity of thought in problem solving, driving meeting hygiene, optimizing team processes and decision making

Who You Are

You are a high-impact, hands-on leader who enjoys and has experience integrating cross-functional considerations into strategic initiatives, team decisions, and work products. You appreciate learning about the work of team members, hearing multiple perspectives, and coalescing information into a cohesive and actionable set of next steps.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree preferred

• 10+ years in drug development and/or commercialization

• Prior commercial or development experience on late-stage drug programs (Phase 3 pivotal readout preparation and US product launch)

• Demonstrated strong analytical and leadership skills, including creative, problem-solving mindset

• Ability to rapidly identify key priorities, align strategic and tactical plans, and motivate cross-functional teams

• Outstanding relationship building and communication skills, including ability to navigate throughout the organization and with individuals at all levels

• Strong project leadership (scoping project goals, stakeholder planning, etc.) and project management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in multi-indication Immunology commercialization and/or life cycle management, scientific communications or medical writing background, experience in corporate governance processes strongly preferred

• Experience establishing and managing highly effective external collaborations, including familiarity with contractual, financial and compliance considerations

Additional Information

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance. 

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• 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 and an 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 benefit 
• 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

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.

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.