<p>Apply</p> <p>Description</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The R&D Program Management Lead (Director/Sr. Director) will oversee the successful implementation of Sagimet's research and development programs and translate organizational strategy into actionable program roadmaps and deliverables.</p> <p>This role requires in-depth drug development knowledge to establish, co-ordinate and implement firm timelines and to identify risks, inter-dependencies, and mitigation strategies across functions and programs.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have experience in taking a small molecule drug candidate through clinical development to regulatory approval, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a focus on cross-functional interactions and efficiency.</p> <p>The strong preference is for a candidate located in the San Francisco Bay Area although others will be considered.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with project leaders to develop and implement strategic plans </li><li>Collaborate with regulatory to manage NDA timeline </li><li>Engage in strategic planning in partnership with program leaders to progress clinical stage FASN inhibitors though development. </li><li>Establish and maintain integrated project timelines for R&D programs, aligning them with the company's overall objectives. </li><li>Plan and lead development team meetings. </li><li>Provide regular updates on development program status. Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including internal staff, consultants and contractors, across functional areas. </li><li>Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure program success. </li><li>Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets </li><li>Promote a culture of innovation, encouraging the exploration of new technologies and methodologies to enhance R&D capabilities and performance. </li><li>Support projects and meetings with external audiences including regulatory authorities, advisory boards and collaborators. </li><li>Oversee and mentor junior team members as appropriate </li><li>Collaborate with team members where needed to support scientific review of contracts, management of vendors, and document management. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration). </li><li>Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) preferred. </li><li>Minimum of 10 years of experience in clinical stage R&D program management or a related field within the biotech industry. </li><li>Experience in program managing one or more Phase 3 programs through NDA submission and regulatory approval is a must. </li><li>Proven track record of managing complex cross-functional projects, ideally experience in small molecule drug development from pre-IND to regulatory approval stage </li></ul> <p>Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal and team management skills. </li><li>Excellent project management and organizational abilities. </li><li>Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards for small molecule drug development </li><li>Proficiency in project management software and tools. </li><li>Ability to think strategically and drive innovation. </li><li>Strong problem-solving capabilities, high attention to detail and high-quality work </li></ul> <p>Salary Range:</p> <p>Director = $210,000 - $260,000</p> <p>Sr. Director = $260,000-$300,000</p> <p>Actual compensation within this range will be based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.</p>