Director Drug Development Portfolio Management

ICON plc is seeking a Director of Drug Development Portfolio Management to oversee high-level plans and progress of drug development teams, managing projects from pre-clinical stages through to commercialization. The role involves close collaboration with asset strategy lead and function leads within the EDST or AST, and requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and solid project management skills.

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills, promoting values that enhance team dynamics
• Excellent communication skills, fostering inclusivity and collaboration
• Proven interpersonal skills for conflict mediation and management
• Solid project management skills with broad exposure to the pharmaceutical R&D process
• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a health-related discipline or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in drug development across various phases and disease areas
• At least 5 years of program management experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech setting

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance offerings
• Retirement planning offerings
• Global Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits

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