Hiring: Senior Director, Project Team Leader / Executive Committee Business Manager Company: Altos Labs Location: San Francisco, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-13 11:57:47 Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •15+ years in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 4 years in a dedicated project leadership or program management •At least 4 years in a dedicated project leadership or program management Required Skills: •Program Leadership & Strategy •Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead a matrixed team of experts across Discovery, Preclinical, Clinical, and CMC (Manufacturing) to drive project advancement. •Strategic Planning: Develop and present comprehensive options for the therapeutic program to senior management, including timing, target product profiles (TPPs), and cost. •Stakeholder Management & Governance: Act as the primary point of communication for executive leadership. Lead governance and technical discussions within the team to interpret data and develop recommendations. •Risk & Mitigation: Proactively identify risks and opportunities for acceleration in the development path. Build, present, and execute strategic contingency plans to bypass risks. •Executive Committee (EC) Business Management •EC Agenda & Flow Management: Oversee EC agenda and minutes, ensuring high quality meetings and that discussions and decisions are accurately recorded and effectively communicated to align project execution with leadership priorities. Qualifications: •Drug Development Track Record: Proven track record moving assets from research through IND-enabling and clinical studies. •Committee Management: Demonstrated experience managing executive-level committees and interactions. •Demonstrated capacity to manage cross-functional teams, delegate appropriately, and strong understanding of what goes into high quality decision making •Leadership & Influence: Ability to manage cross-functional teams, delegate appropriately, and possess a strong understanding of what goes into high-quality, high-stakes decision-making. •Scientific & Industry Breadth: Deep experience spanning target validation and drug discovery through clinical trials. •Modern Tech Savvy: Experience utilizing AI tools in drug discovery and development to optimize timelines and data interpretation. •Executive Presence: Exceptional capability in building effective organizational relationships at senior, peer, and executive levels to get important work completed. •Agility & Communication: A startup mindset—comfortable with ambiguity and able to alter direction when needed. Able to distill critical data to facilitate rapid executive decision-making. •Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft flawless executive minutes and present complex data while minimizing misunderstandings. •Culture & Values: Through modeling and artful interactions, continue to build a culture of honesty, integrity, and respect for the organization. Compensation: •$313,200 - $401,500 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!