Manager, Programs and Portfolios

Summary

Join MindMed, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, as the Manager, Programs and Portfolios Office (PPO). You will administratively manage, plan, and scale projects within the PPO and across the organization. This role requires managing PPO activities, analyzing department needs, implementing solutions, and improving systems. You will also administer the Planisware PPM tool, collaborate with internal and external teams, and ensure project success. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience, and excellent project management skills, preferably with Planisware Enterprise experience. MindMed offers competitive benefits, including 100% paid health benefits, a 401(k) program, flexible time off, and generous parental leave.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, business administration, or health-related field
• 5+ years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical / Biotech industry
• Excellent understanding of formal project management methodologies, preferably experienced in using Planisware Enterprise
• Engaging, empathetic and dynamic personality; ability to understand the problems of others and delight in finding solutions
• Working knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and the clinical development process, understanding of drug development from pre-IND through NDA
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project or equivalent and other project management tools
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate nuances and surface the interconnections
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organization with geographically dispersed teams

Responsibilities

• Manage activities within PPO and support interactions with other Departments, as delegated by department lead
• Analyze PPO department needs, identify and implement solutions, and oversee the ongoing maintenance and improvement of systems to align with organizational goals including authoring of SOPs
• System administration of Planisware PPM tool, including targeted training of new users in cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment and project success

Benefits

• 100% paid health benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision for you and your dependents
• 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible time off
• Generous parental leave and some fun fringe perks!