Project (R&D Product Life Cycle) Manager

Roche is a company dedicated to preventing, stopping, and curing diseases, ensuring global access to healthcare. The Global Program Manager (GPM) role at Roche/Genentech is pivotal in driving drug or disease area development programs. This position is crucial for maximizing efficiency, portfolio value, and patient benefit, aligning with Roche's ambition to deliver 20 transformative medicines by 2030. The GPM's main responsibilities include being a core member of molecule/disease area teams, providing strategic program management, and guiding teams to achieve short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. They are also responsible for maintaining project management guidelines, driving program strategy implementation, and fostering a culture of learning and coaching. Additionally, the GPM contributes to portfolio management, supports integrated evidence planning, and influences R&D across various therapeutic areas. To qualify for this role, candidates must have experience in project management, change management, or related tools and methodologies. A solid background in drug development and commercial experience is essential, along with a proven track record in driving comprehensive program strategies. The role requires a belief in principles such as learning, growth, value creation, and an enterprise mindset. Candidates should thrive in ambiguous environments, be comfortable with working out loud, and be effective communicators who can influence key stakeholders. Nice-to-have skills include the ability to work in environments where authority and accountability are distributed, and a systems thinking approach to understand the interconnectedness of activities within and outside the project. The role involves interactions with various organizational partners, including Clinical Development, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial organizations. The GPM must demonstrate influence without explicit authority at various organizational levels. The GPM role at Roche/Genentech offers a dynamic and collaborative environment, with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on global healthcare. What the role asks for: - Experience in project management, change management, or related tools and methodologies. - Solid drug development and commercial experience. - A proven track record of driving comprehensive program strategies. - Belief in the principles of learning, growth, value creation, and enterprise mindset. - Comfort in ambiguous environments and distributed authority. - Comfort with working out loud and the principles of iteration and experimentation. - Effective communication skills to influence key stakeholders. - Systems thinking approach to understand the interconnectedness of activities.