Director, Project Management Full Time NEW

Soleno is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics for the treatment of rare diseases based in Redwood City, CA.

At Soleno, we are driven by the unique and multi-faceted needs of the PWS community. Like these individuals, resilience is part of who we are – it is in our chromosomes – and our team is made up of exceptional colleagues whose collective efforts are woven together to deliver meaningful outcomes, both professionally and for those living with PWS.

We value collaboration, integrity, and respect. These characteristics have allowed us to forge strong, authentic bonds with the caregivers, patients, health care professionals (HCPs) and community members we serve. We are proud to work alongside them every step of the way.

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we’re expanding across functions during this pivotal time. We invite you to join us in making an impact—and making history.We all share the most important goal of bringing solutions to the PWS community.

Summary Of Job (brief Description)

The position will be responsible for providing project management expertise and support for lifecycle management and new indications, as well as working on other key cross functional programs involving Clinical, Regulatory, Tech Ops, and Commercial project teams, ensuring that program and project priorities are executed in accordance with Soleno’s corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain integrated project plan(s) to ensure completion of project objectives in a timely fashion.
• For key meetings (e.g., project team, meetings with partners), prepare agendas, facilitate discussions, prepare minutes, track decisions and action items.
• Focus on follow-up on action items to ensure timely resolution.
• Compile, track and maintain risk registries, status reports and dashboards that monitor program progress and present to key internal stakeholders.
• Review critical documents to ensure they are in line with program and project goals and objectives.
• Coordinate internal resources and CMO/CRO, vendors/suppliers for the flawless execution of projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline; a higher degree preferred.
• 10 + years of experience in pharmaceutical project management, including a strong understanding of the drug development process through commercialization.
• PMP certification strongly preferred but not required.
• Must thrive working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop important relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into action; excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate complex issues in a simple way and to orchestrate plans to resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Proven ability to manage projects, with the flexibility and adaptability to re-prioritize workload to meet changing timelines.
• Strong organizational, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Strong conflict management and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in SmartSheet, MS Project, Office Timeline Pro, OnePager, Visio, Excel and PowerPoint.

Salary Range: $220,000 – $250,000

(Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as the location where this position may be filled.)