Global Product Development Lead

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The Global Product Development Lead is entrusted with spearheading the development of late-stage radiopharmaceutical compounds tailored for therapeutic and/or diagnostic oncology indications. As a strategic thinker and eloquent communicator, this role requires a hands-on approach to drive cross-functional drug development activities while guiding the roadmap to regulatory approval.

Key Accountabilities:

• Development Leadership: Leads technical cross-functional team to achieve milestones and advance through stage-gates. Champion the development of late-stage radiopharmaceutical compounds, ensuring alignment with company strategy and objectives. Contribute to clinical trial strategy, gathering input from stakeholders and providing expertise. Create integrated development plan encompassing timelines for all functions. Overcome obstacles to ensure programs progress in a timely manner.
• Strategic Direction: Showcase prowess in strategic thinking, particularly in the realm of cross-functional drug development, guiding matrixed teams through complex decision-making and risk management processes. Co-lead and create strategic direction with Global Commercial Lead.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Foster a collaborative spirit, working seamlessly with teams spanning clinical, non-clinical, regulatory affairs, quality, manufacturing and supply chain, commercial, medical affairs and program management to formulate plans that achieve program milestones and objectives.
• Regulatory Pathway Design: Partner with Clinical and Regulatory Affairs to craft the ideal development pathway for approval, aiming to meet product attributes and commercial objectives.
• Management Reporting & Review: Assume accountability for reporting the progression of assigned drug development program, presenting data through dashboards and management reviews.
• Development Planning: Create and execute comprehensive product development plans and data packages, paving the way for informed go/no-go decisions and continuous progression towards product approval.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage subject matter experts and thought leaders, both within and outside the organization, fostering rich scientific dialogue, extracting insights, and refining development plans and strategies.
• Leadership experience: Excellent team management skills required. Lead team and manage conflicting views diverging views on team, and spearhead team towards solutions and progress. Liaise with senior management for input and updating programs. Excellent presentation skills and executive presence required.
• Prepare for product launch: Lead development, regulatory, CMC, clinical operations, manufacturing through preparations for submitting regulatory filings and ultimately product launch.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s or PhD strongly preferred; bachelor’s degree with minimum 10+ years considered in lieu of advanced degree.
• 10+ years leading cross-functional product teams within the pharma/biotech domain required
• Prior experience in oncology development and/or radiopharmaceuticals will be a distinct advantage.
• Experience in clinical Phase 2 through approval required, specifically in the musculoskeletal therapeutic area strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, communicate effectively, and collaborate in a matrixed team environment.

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