Associate Director, CMC Project Management

The role

This person will lead and coordinate cross-functional CMC activities for early-stage development programs. They will partner with technical and functional teams to ensure program execution and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional CMC development programs from early-stage through late-stage, technology transfer, regulatory filings, and commercial lifecycle management
• Develop and execute integrated project plans including coordination of external partners, vendors, suppliers, and CMOs
• Drive scenario planning, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
• Facilitate effective communication across CMC functions
• Perform critical path analyses to accelerate timelines and reduce program risk
• Standardize project reporting and portfolio management processes
• Partner with CMC leadership to implement new tools, systems, and business processes
• Support annual planning and budgeting activities, including resource forecasting and operational planning
• Contribute to operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

Required qualifications

• BS or MS in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
• 10+ years of experience in CMC Development, CMC Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Technical Operations, or related biotechnology/pharmaceutical functions
• 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
• Strong understanding of CMC development activities, cGMP requirements, and quality management systems
• Excellent communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously, navigate ambiguity, and solve complex problems

Nice to have

• PhD, MBA, PMP, or PMI
• Experience working with external partners, CMOs, suppliers, strategic alliances, and remote or global teams

Benefits

• compensation
• bonus
• equity
• health and welfare benefit plans
• non-accrual paid time off
• company shut down for holidays
• commuter benefits
• 401K match
• lunch each day in the office

Before you apply

• Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• Unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
• Vir Biotechnology participates in E-Verify

About the company

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer.