Director, Project Management

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Project Management to join the program management efforts for omecamtiv mecarbil Phase 3 trial. This pivotal role involves partnering closely with Clinical Operations, Clinical Research and other key stakeholders to oversee the successful execution of key Phase 3 clinical trial, ensuring they are meticulously planned, executed on time, within budget, and maintain the highest quality standards. This role will partner with the Vice President of Portfolio and Project Management to evolve Project Management Office capabilities within R&D and the organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Clinical Study Operating Team to monitor project progress, identify risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies to keep clinical trial on track
• Facilitate and lead effective Product Strategy Team meetings, including the creation of effective meeting agendas and clear documentation of key issues for discussion, decisions made and assigned action items
• Partner with Clinical Research and Commercial Product Strategy Team leaders to develop recommendations for risk mitigation, prioritization at quarterly Portfolio Review Committee meetings
• Maintain project management processes, procedures, and best practices to streamline trial execution and ensure consistency across the entire R&D pipeline
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support corporate initiatives, defining scopes, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets using tools such as excel, MS Project, OnePager, PowerBI, and Smartsheet

Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Project Management, Business Administration, etc.) with 12+ years of experience in project management, specifically within the pharmaceutical industry
• Proven expertise in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices, including MS Project, OnePager, Smartsheet, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience leading project management teams and study operating teams for Phase 2/3/4 clinical trials in late-stage development
• Strong ability to influence and persuade stakeholders, driving consensus and facilitating decision-making processes in a collaborative manner
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, essential for effectively communicating project objectives, strategies, and progress to stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual contributor to demonstrate strong leadership skills in a highly matrixed organization, playing a key role in shaping the success of our Aficamten Phase 3 trials and the Aficamten program. If you are passionate about driving excellence in project management and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.