Senior Program Manager

Company Description
Zymeworks is a publicly listed (NASDAQ:ZYME) clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation, bispecific and multifunctional biotherapeutics, initially focused on the treatment of cancer. Zymeworks' suite of complementary therapeutic platforms and its fully-integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly-differentiated product candidates.

Why Work With Us

Nothing is more critical to our success than the quality of our team. The work we do is meaningful and impactful - we care about each other as well as the patients we serve. We offer challenging career opportunities, competitive benefits and an environment that recognizes and rewards performance.

Zymeworks is proudly headquartered in our brand new, net-zero facility located in the vibrant Main St biotech hub of Vancouver, BC, with operations in Bellevue, WA, Dublin, Ireland, Singapore and the Bay Area.

Zymeworks is looking for an experienced Senior Program Manager for our Early-Stage Clinical Development team, who is an industry-experienced professional with biologics experience, big-picture vision, ability to anticipate & facilitate cross-functional activities & decisions, ability to apply procedural solutions to research operations, attention to detail, and a drive for success. This position will report to the VP, Clinical Development Operations.

Work Requirement

This role can be based out of any of our Redwood City CA, Vancouver BC, or Bellevue WA offices and is hybrid with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

Key Responsibilities

Project management support for the clinical programs in early stage development and to work with the project leader to track tasks and ensure they are completed on time and to budget.
Develop and implement new matrixed Product Development Team framework with input from cross functional partners (Clinical, Preclinical, CMC, Commercial)
Manage the project-planning process, track project timelines, drive execution
In collaboration with the team lead, manage 1-3 Product Development Team meetings for the different programs.
Work across different functional areas to ensure that Clinical Development can maintain it’s timelines and budget including but not limited to pre-clinical groups, CMC and finance groups within Zyemworks.
Identify issues & analyze risks, plan contingencies to assist the clinical project leader and Clinical Product Development Team.
Work with the Zymeworks clinical team to ensure that study timelines and budget are met.
Communicate & coordinate with internal & external stakeholders as necessary.
Prepare and manage the overall clinical & product development plans for each clinical program with associated timelines and budgetary information.
Liaise with pre-clinical project teams and Clinical Development teams to identify gaps and accelerate pre-clinical programs to Phase I/II trials.
Oversee program budgets and maintain forecasts of Annual operating expenditures and departmental expenses.

Qualifications and Experience

BSc in a biological science
Minimum Five (5+) years of project-management experience in the bioscience industry for Senior Program Manager
PMP certification a plus
A combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience in multiple external partnerships and proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
Broad knowledge of early-stage development of new biologics
Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and ability to achieve results through other managers and people
Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes competitive salaries, generous benefits, an outstanding work environment, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. We regularly benchmark our compensation against leading biotechnology companies in our geographies.

The US base salary range for this full time position is $139,000 - $213,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by a variety of factors and the salary offered may vary depending on the successful candidate’s location and qualifications (including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, education, training, skills, and experience).

Please note that the compensation details listed in role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Our team enjoys:

Industry leading vacation and paid time off
Excellent health and wellness benefits
Zymelife health and wellness benefits
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Matching country specific pension savings program
Employee Share Purchase Program
Employee Equity Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.

NOTE TO AGENCIES: Zymeworks values our relationships with our recruiting partners. We only accept resumes from those partners who have been contracted with us. Zymeworks is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received without contract.