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Legend Biotech is seeking an Executive Director, Pipeline Project Leadership to lead project development teams for cell therapies. This role involves strategic direction, integrating functions, and ensuring timely delivery. The position demands strong leadership in product development and team management. The Project Leader will be accountable for delivering pipeline projects.
Role involves:
- Establishing and leading cross-functional project teams.
- Implementing project management methodologies.
- Leading teams in preparation and execution of development plans.
- Mentoring and developing future talent.
- Monitoring project goals and providing timely communication.
- Directing the advancement of each project through governance endorsement.
- Maintaining awareness of competitive landscape.
- Contributing to portfolio vision and prioritization.
- Building strong collaborative relationships.
- Resolving conflict and proactively identifying performance issues.
Requirements:
- Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) or equivalent with 15 years of industry experience.
- 15+ years of experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting.
- Excellent leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication skills.
- Experience with development of autologous or allogeneic cell therapies and viral vectors.
- Experience in therapeutic areas such as hematological malignancies, autoimmune diseases, and solid tumors.
- Strong grasp of science with analytical skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in drug development.
- Robust understanding of regulatory consideration of product development.
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams.
- Creative, strategic thinking.
- Composure during challenging times.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Language: English. Mandarin is a plus.
Legend Biotech offers:
- Opportunity to lead project development teams for cell therapies.
- A collaborative, science-based, and patient-focused environment.
- Opportunity to mentor and develop future talent.
