Head of R&D Portfolio & Project Management
Core
Lead R&D portfolio and project management office (PMO) to ensure execution rigor, predictable delivery, and operational discipline across complex genomic technology development programs.
Role type
Senior leadership R&D portfolio and project management office (PMO) head
Builds
Scalable PMO practices, delivery standards, governance models, and integrated execution plans for R&D initiatives
Domain
Life Sciences / Genomics / R&D Operations
Required skills
R&D portfolio management, PMO leadership, stage-gate product development, risk management, change leadership, data-driven decision making, stakeholder influence, talent development
Preferred skills
MBA or PhD, PMP certification, experience with regulated products and software development
Technologies
AI tools for project delivery efficiency
Responsibilities
Lead R&D PMO to ensure execution rigor and predictable delivery; Design and improve PMO standards, methodologies, and governance; Translate portfolio priorities into executable programs and roadmaps; Provide execution insights to inform trade-offs and governance decisions; Attract, develop, and mentor top-tier PMO and R&D talent
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership scope
