Senior Program Manager R&D

Overview

In this role you lead complex, cross-functional programs within Lonza’s Integrated Biologics R&D team to deliver therapies from concept to execution. You will collaborate across R&D, technical, regulatory and commercial stakeholders to align objectives and governance. The position focuses on ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery while navigating a matrix environment. You will contribute to high-impact projects that help bring medicines to patients worldwide and shape program management practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex cross-functional programs with defined scope, timelines and quality targets
• Foster strong relationships across R&D, technical, commercial and regulatory teams as the central coordinator
• Drive program governance, risk management and decision-making throughout the lifecycle
• Represent stakeholder interests while balancing business priorities and project objectives
• Motivate and influence multidisciplinary teams in a matrix environment to achieve common goals
• Share program management expertise and best practices in onboarding and development
• Maintain high data quality and ensure alignment with CoE standards

Key requirements

• Significant experience leading complex programs in life sciences or biotechnology
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
• Strong program management capabilities: governance, planning, risk management and delivery
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with technical and business audiences
• Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline; postgraduate qualification advantageous
• PMP certification or comparable qualification desirable
• Collaborative mindset, critical thinking, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• collaborative
• relationship-building
• communication
• project management
• governance
• risk management

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