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Salary: USD 162,500 - 227,500 / annual
Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. The company is seeking an experienced Associate Director of CMC Project Management to lead cross-functional Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities supporting early-stage development programs.
You will partner closely with technical and functional teams across Process Development, Analytical Development, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to ensure successful execution of program goals. Reporting to the Vice President of CMC Strategy and Operations, you will lead complex CMC development programs from early-stage development through late-stage development, technology transfer, regulatory filings, and commercial lifecycle management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and executing integrated project plans aligned with overall program strategy, including coordination of external partners, vendors, suppliers, and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs)
- Driving scenario planning, risk identification, and mitigation strategies to support program execution and decision-making
- Facilitating effective communication across CMC functions to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, risks, resources, and strategic changes
- Performing critical path analyses and proactively identifying opportunities to accelerate timelines and reduce program risk
- Standardizing project reporting and portfolio management processes across supported CMC teams
- Partnering with CMC leadership to implement new tools, systems, and business processes that improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Supporting annual planning and budgeting activities, including resource forecasting and operational planning
- Contributing to operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across the CMC organization
The role is based in San Francisco with an expectation to be onsite three days per week.
REQUIREMENTS:
- BS or MS in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degrees or certifications (PhD, MBA, PMP, PMI) are preferred
- 10+ years of experience in CMC Development, CMC Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Technical Operations, or related biotechnology/pharmaceutical functions, including at least 5 years of project or program management experience supporting drug development programs
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional CMC programs and managing timelines, budgets, resources, and priorities across multiple stakeholders and development stages
- Strong understanding of CMC development activities, cGMP requirements, and quality management systems, with the ability to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive program execution
- Excellent communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence across teams and drive alignment in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously, navigate ambiguity, solve complex problems, and support informed decision-making
- Experience working with external partners, CMOs, suppliers, strategic alliances, and remote or global teams is preferred
