Senior Director, Research Programs
Core
Strategic leadership for the research programs portfolio, overseeing project lifecycle, budgeting, and cross-functional alignment to advance biomedical research translation.
Role type
Senior Director, Research Programs
Builds
Complex, cross-functional research programs and initiatives
Domain
Biomedical research / Neuroscience / Genomics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic vision definition, full lifecycle program management, budget and resource allocation, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration, governance framework establishment, KPI implementation, team leadership and mentorship, vendor and partner relationship management
Preferred skills
M.D./Ph.D. in relevant scientific field (neuroscience preferred), Project Management Certification (PMP), experience managing $10M+ budgets
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Define strategic vision for research programs portfolio, oversee full lifecycle of multiple concurrent research programs, develop and manage program budgets and timelines, identify and mitigate program risks, ensure compliance with scientific and regulatory standards, drive cross-functional collaboration, establish governance frameworks, implement KPIs to track performance, lead program review and reporting to leadership, manage vendor and partner relationships, lead and mentor research directors and program managers
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic leadership & team management
