Director, Alliance Management – Oncology

Responsibilities

• Assigning specific alliances within Oncology and will lead partnership integration through launch, direction and strategic shifts, and enhancements
• Implementing Alliance Management programmatic processes and tools appropriate to the scope and needs of the alliance
• Participating as a member of the joint R&D and commercial project teams to proactively foster coordination and alignment of all internal and external partners to the goals and objectives of the alliance
• Openly, proactively, and clearly communicating across all lines of the partnership including Senior Management
• Anticipating and resolving issues and conflicts arising out of changing priorities and unpredictable events
• Monitoring the progress of the contract obligations and milestones and effectively monitor the satisfaction of the partner
• Providing input during pre-deal negotiations
• Facilitating and/or negotiating ancillary agreements and amendments
• Monitoring the progress of the contract obligations and milestones and effectively monitor the health of the alliance/partnerships

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree required
• An advanced degree (MS, MBA, Ph.D., etc.) in a scientific, technical or commercial field is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years related experience, working in a scientific, technical or commercial organization is required
• Experience developing and managing timelines, budgets and similar details on multiple large-scale projects or in a significant line capacity is required
• Experience in managing and working in a team environment is required, with a proven ability to mobilize and align diverse groups across multiple functions and companies to build interdependent partnerships
• An understanding of drug development is required
• Demonstrated strengths in problem solving, negotiation, and decision making will be needed
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills as well as strong communication and listening skills are required
• Ability to manage complexities, think strategically and exercise good judgment is required

Hard Skills

• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Timeline Development
• Contract Monitoring
• Strategic Planning

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Decision Making
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree (MS, MBA, Ph.D.)