Development Program Manager - Oncology (Associate Director level)

Development Program Manager (Associate Director level) Therapeutic Area: Oncology Location: New York, NY (hybrid onsite) Scientific Search has recently partnered with a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company pioneering novel approaches to treating cancer. They are looking for a Development Program Manager who will support the execution of clinical and cross-functional development activities across the company’s oncology programs. Responsibilities Partner with the Chief Medical Officer and cross-functional leaders to support coordinated planning and execution of clinical-stage oncology programs Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, deliverables, and dependencies; proactively identify and track critical path activities to ensure program goals are met Drive meeting operations for cross-functional working groups and governance forums Monitor project progress against objectives and timelines, escalate risks or delays as appropriate, and support implementation of mitigation strategies Ensure alignment across clinical, regulatory, research, CMC, and operational stakeholders through effective coordination and communication Track and coordinate key milestones, timelines, and deliverables across R&D functions Support the preparation of internal and external presentations, including materials for governance and leadership meetings Contribute to continuous improvement of project workflows, communication tools, and documentation practices Requirements 3 years of experience in a drug development role in a pharmaceutical or clinical-stage biotech company 2 years of project management experience in oncology, including direct support of clinical-stage programs Strong working knowledge of the drug development lifecycle, particularly early development from IND through Phase 1/2 studies. Experience with small molecule development programs How To Apply: We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to tom@scientificsearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume.

Location: New York, US

Posted Date: 6/26/2025