Senior Director, Portfolio Management & Operations

Pliant Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking a Senior Director, Portfolio Management & Operations to lead the Portfolio Management and Operations function, serve as Program Manager of key programs, and lead the Global Program Team and Clinical Core Team.

Requirements

• BA/BS with 15+ years (or equivalent combination of education and experience) of biotech/pharmaceutical experience with deep expertise in program and portfolio management
• Proven track record in a program management/project management role as part of a research-driven biotech/pharmaceutical company
• Experience across all stages of drug development is preferred
• Experience in late-stage regulatory filings is preferred
• Experience with drug development in oncology is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, driving tactical delivery of programs
• Experience with negotiation and conflict resolution, including the ability to influence without reporting authority
• Strong understanding of preclinical development, CMC, regulatory pathways, and clinical development fundamentals
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and executive‐level presentation skills
• Experience with forecasting spend associated with a program’s development plan is preferred

Benefits

• Annual target bonus
• Benefits
• Equity