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Project Manager Drug Development

Inseriert am: 16.02.2021

Numab Therapeutics AG is an expanding, clinical stage Swiss biotech company based in Wädenswil, Kanton
Zürich. The company is focused on the discovery and development of innovative, antibody fragment-based
therapeutics with a focus on immuno-oncology. With our breakthrough antibody-discovery and multi-specifics
engineering platform, we engage in proprietary projects as well as collaborative research on behalf of partners
in the pharmaceutical industry.
To support our late-stage preclinical and early stage clinical development projects we are looking for a


Project Manager Drug Development 100%


The position
You will be responsible for supporting the project team and team leader to drive the project through timely
decision points and milestones from late stage research through formal IND-enabling studies and completion of
clinical proof of concept in the therapeutic areas of oncology and autoimmune diseases. This role contributes
to the successful execution of project plans by coordinating the project team to deliver on project objectives. In
this cross-functional role, you will join the project management function and your main responsibilities are:



  • Establish and maintain comprehensive project plans in collaboration with project team and project
    leader in accordance with company strategy and agreed objectives and goals.

  • Ensure accurate activity planning and appropriate resource allocation

  • Organize and facilitate project team meetings, prepare and present project management slides for
    project teams and management

  • Monitor project progression and proactively identify opportunities, gaps and risks

  • Communicate, document and archive project team activities and decisions.

  • Ensure alignment of project team members, line-functions and third-party contractors to deliver results
    on time and at appropriate quality and cost as per agreed objectives.

  • Oversee, prepare, and control project budgets including resources and costs, collaborating with
    corporate finance and R&D functions.

  • Ensure that service providers are managed efficiently and effectively

  • Help establish and implement project management tools across projects and effective and efficient
    processes


Your profile
Education:



  • Master or Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences.

  • Project management training or PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus.
    Numab Therapeutics AG | Einsiedlerstrasse 34 | CH-8820 Wädenswil | Switzerland | www.numab.com


Experience:



  • Minimum of 3 years project management experience in the life sciences, preferably biotech or pharma

  • General understanding of the drug development process, experience in the therapeutic areas of oncology
    and / or rheumatology would be considered a plus.

  • Hands-on experience in any of the key functions of drug development a plus (e.g. pre-clinical research,
    toxicology, regulatory, clinical, bio-analytics, translational, manufacturing).

  • Financial acumen with capability to plan and oversee project budgets.

  • Strong proficiency with project management practices, tools and methodology to effectively employ
    Project Management software to manage complex project timelines and resources.


Skills and Abilities:



  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective relationships with project team
    members and key stakeholders.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Exceptional clarity, logic, and to the point communication

  • Good listener, fast learner with exceptional ability to understand and simplify complex problems, identify
    key issues, and devise pragmatic solutions while keeping the big picture and goal in mind

  • Exceptional organizational skills and focus

  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex information
    effectively.

  • Track record of good decision making and exercising sound judgment with irreproachable integrity.

  • Self-motivated with the desire to help and achieve and the ability to translate strategy into action.

  • Hands-on, respectful, collaborative approach based on mutual trust and support

  • Excellent written and verbal English; German is a plus.

  • Excellent knowledge of MS office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook


What we offer
Are you looking for an inspiring, entrepreneurial atmosphere and want to be part of a dynamic team where you
can make your contributions count? We are looking for skilled people who are eager to make an impact. We are
offering a permanent position in an innovative environment as well as a competitive compensation package
including a participation in the success of the company, and opportunities to advance your career in a growing
organization.
We are looking forward to receiving your application with reference number NB058 to hr@numab.com.


Numab Therapeutics AG | Einsiedlerstrasse 34 | CH-8820 Wädenswil | Switzerland | www.numab.com

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