Associate Project Leader - PHCS
Roche
Summary
This person, as a member of the Personalized HealthCare Solutions (PHCS) LifeCycle Team (LCT), serves as the Project Leader for high complexity Companion Diagnostics (CDx) projects from Project Start through Launch Decision. They manage the 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. They also support potential pharma partnering opportunities and contribute to CDx digital pathology recommendations during early negotiations.
Job description
The Opportunity
This person, as a member of the Personalized HealthCare Solutions (PHCS) LifeCycle Team (LCT), serves as the Project Leader for high complexity Companion Diagnostics (CDx) projects from Project Start through Launch Decision. They manage the 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. They also support potential pharma partnering opportunities and contribute to CDx digital pathology recommendations during early negotiations.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- You will provide cross-functional leadership to global CDx digital pathology project teams from Project Start through Launch Decision.
- You will provide strategic insight into worldwide in vitro diagnostic and pharmaceutical markets, including product development strategies, regulatory environment, technology sources, and global commercialization.
- You will execute tailored CDx assay and digital pathology project strategy aligned with LCT objectives, addressing technical, regulatory, business, and operational needs.
- You will ensure seamless transition into later stages of development through early planning, cross-functional involvement, and effective communication.
- You will lead process improvement initiatives, motivate the project team, and drive optimal cross-functional collaborations within the PHCS LCT.
Who you are
- You hold a Bachelor's Degree in science, engineering or relevant area of study and a minimum of 9 years related work experience.
- You have a minimum of 6 years of related experience in the Medical Diagnostics industry.
- You have a minimum of 6 years in IVD Assay development
- You have strong leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary teams in a global, matrix environment.
- You have demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts, adapt to change, and drive results.
- You have experience in managing complex projects with ambitious milestones in high-pressure circumstances.
- You have familiarity with product changes in a regulated environment and understanding of Diagnostic Design Control processes preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- You hold an advanced degree in relevant area of study a minimum of 6 years related work experience
- You have experience with projects that required activity/milestone achievement to launch the product.
- You have experience of challenging senior management in relation to budget/data/resources.
- You have experience with external partner management.
- You have experience with globally dispersed project teams.
Travel Requirements
Based on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in science, engineering or relevant area of study
- Minimum of 9 years 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
- Advanced degree in relevant area of study preferred
- Experience with projects that required activity/milestone achievement to launch the product preferred
- Experience of challenging senior management in relation to budget/data/resources preferred
- Experience with external partner management preferred
- Experience with globally dispersed project teams preferred
Benefits
- Relocation benefits
- Annual bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.