Associate Project Leader - PHCS

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About the role

As a member of the Personalized HealthCare Solutions (PHCS) LifeCycle Team (LCT), you will serve as the Project Leader for high-complexity Companion Diagnostics (CDx) projects from Project Start through Launch Decision. You will manage collaboration with pharmaceutical partners, drive team discussions on product quality, functionality, and schedule, and continuously improve the CDx assay and digital pathology co-development process. You will also support potential pharma partnering opportunities and contribute to CDx digital pathology recommendations during early negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide cross-functional leadership to global CDx digital pathology project teams from Project Start through Launch Decision.
• Provide strategic insight into worldwide in vitro diagnostic and pharmaceutical markets, including product development strategies, regulatory environment, technology sources, and global commercialization.
• Execute tailored CDx assay and digital pathology project strategy aligned with LCT objectives, addressing technical, regulatory, business, and operational needs.
• Ensure seamless transition into later stages of development through early planning, cross-functional involvement, and effective communication.
• Lead process improvement initiatives, motivate the project team, and drive optimal cross-functional collaborations within the PHCS LCT.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering, or relevant area of study.
• Minimum of 9 years of related work experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in the Medical Diagnostics industry.
• Minimum of 6 years in IVD Assay development.
• Strong leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary teams in a global, matrix environment.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts, adapt to change, and drive results.
• Experience in managing complex projects with ambitious milestones in high-pressure circumstances.
• Familiarity with product changes in a regulated environment and understanding of Diagnostic Design Control processes (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant area of study.
• Experience with projects requiring activity/milestone achievement to launch the product.
• Experience challenging senior management in relation to budget/data/resources.
• Experience with external partner management.
• Experience with globally dispersed project teams.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson, AZ is $123,500 - $223,300. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

Benefits

This position qualifies for the benefits detailed at the provided link.

Location

This position is based in Tucson, AZ, and relocation benefits are available.

Travel may be required based on business needs.