Program Manager, R&D Innovation

Program Manager, R&D Innovation

Lonza

Slough, United Kingdom

The Program Manager will have responsibility and accountability for the development and oversight of cross-discipline and cross-functional innovation teams and projects within a designated area of R&D. This role is an exciting opportunity to manage complex projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and directly contribute to innovation in life sciences.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with Project Leads to develop and manage project scope, budgets, deliverables, and understand risks
• Maintain accurate live project information and status in consultation with Project Lead and as outcome from regular team meetings, which the Program Manager chairs
• Prioritize and manage multiple work packages with overlapping deadlines
• Support and motivate multi-disciplinary project teams; keep team members accountable and informed of any projects linked to their own
• Conduct team meetings, both internal and external, as well as with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure work is performed according to the Project Plan
• Work with Project Leads and senior management to secure required resources and capacity commitments and obtain buy-in from all relevant stakeholders

What we are looking for:

• B.Sc. in Biotechnology required; Ph.D. preferred
• Previous experience in project/program management, ideally in pharmaceutical or CMO industry
• Proven knowledge of technical, commercial, and organizational issues impacting project strategy and planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex issues without routine solutions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Fluency in English