Sr. Program Manager, Plasmid DNA / Cell and Gene Therapies (Client-Facing)
Core
Lead strategic and complex plasmid DNA programs for marketed products and late-phase clinical trials, integrating commercial agreements with technical execution to ensure supply continuity and regulatory readiness.
Role type
Senior client-facing program manager (plasmid DNA / CDMO)
Builds
Commercial supply of plasmid DNA for cell and gene therapies, vaccines, and genomic medicine applications
Domain
Life sciences / Biotechnology / CDMO / Plasmid DNA manufacturing
Required skills
Program and project management in regulated biotechnology/pharma, client relationship management, contract and agreement management, cross-functional leadership, risk forecasting, GMP-regulated environment experience
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in scientific field, PMP certification, late-phase/commercial drug product experience, strategic account management, capacity planning
Technologies
GMP, PPQ, regulatory compliance tools
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of multi-program portfolios with significant revenue and cross-functional dependencies; Own and influence senior-level client relationships and account strategy; Drive enterprise-wide alignment and decision-making across functions; Establish program governance structures and track project metrics; Support business growth through demand forecasting, proposal leadership, and account expansion
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic client focus