{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"001c6e09bb586e642b8def9e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/001c6e09bb586e642b8def9e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/001c6e09bb586e642b8def9e","title":"Associate Director, Program Management","description":"About UsStructure Therapeutics develops life‐changing medicines for patients using advanced structure‐based and computational drug discovery technology. The company’s platform combines the latest advancements in visualization of molecular interactions, computational chemistry, and data integration to design orally available, superior small molecule medicines that overcome current limitations of biologic and peptide drugs. We are advancing a clinical‐stage pipeline of differentiated treatments focused on chronic diseases with high unmet need, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary conditions.Structure Therapeutics is led by an experienced group of international drug innovators and financed by top-tier global life sciences investors. The company completed an initial public offering (IPO) in February 2023. With offices in California and Shanghai, Structure Therapeutics has the benefit of being at the center of life science innovation in both the US and China and capitalizing on the strengths of each geographic location.Position SummaryThis role will report to the Sr. Director Program Management. This role will be the execution engine of the late-stage clinical program and manage overall project timelines, risks, and communication management ensuring all milestones and deliverables are met with high quality, on time and within budget. The role is highly cross-functional, multi-cultural, and broadly engaged across our growing organization.The ideal candidate will bring late stage clinical development expertise, and familiarity with the drug development process, with proven ability to assess and drive deployment of tools and best practices to ensure successful product development. This role will regularly communicate project status and risks to management.Job ResponsibilitiesEstablish and maintain functionally integrated program timelines in accordance with established structures to enable accurate project analyses, identification of critical path activities and areas of resource constraint.Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as neededFacilitate project meetings, including kick-off meetings, core team meetings, status updates, and milestone reviews.Contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices, fostering knowledge sharing and best practices across teams.Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA) and internal company policies.Contribute to successful execution of Program Management department goals and activitiesSupport budget tracking and resource planningMaintain dashboards and reportingOther duties as assignedCore Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill RequirementsProficiency in Smartsheet, MS Project and Microsoft Office suiteLead and motivate cross-functional project teams, ensuring clear communication, collaboration, and accountability.Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programsAbility to effectively interact with individuals at all levels across the organizationDemonstrated knowledge of project management practices, tools and methodologyKnowledge of drug development process and inter-dependencies between key functions including research, CMC, non-clinical development, clinical development and operations, and regulatory affairsAbility to manage conflict, drive consensus, and promote decision-makingAbility to independently identify and manage project objectives, timelines, budgets, providing formal and informal status updates to stakeholders as neededProactive mindset, strong leadership, facilitation, teamwork, and influence management/ negotiation skills.Strong understanding of technology and tools for collaboration and work efficiencyStrong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor and ability to communicate in person and virtuallyExcellent verbal and written communication skills as well as exceptional organizational capability.Ability to work 1-2 days/week in the evening to accommodate and communicate with our colleagues in Shanghai.Ability to effectively work in a highly dynamic environmentQualificationsBA/BS degree or higher in life sciences or related disciplines8+ years of work experience in industry, that includes 4+ years of Program/Project Management experience, within a matrixed pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization.Prior experience in leading and managing global interdisciplinary or cross functional pharmaceutical or biotech teams is required.Late phase program management and/ or marketing application filing experienceProven success in goal setting, prioritization and time management is required.Understanding of FDA and/or EMA quality and regulatory processes is required and experience with regulatory submissions is highly desired.Licenses or CertificationsPMP certification is preferred.Travel RequiredLimited travel to conferences or meetings within the US, and occasionally overseasStructure Therapeutics Inc. is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.Structure Therapeutics is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the anticipated base pay range is $187,000-$230,000. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.At Structure, base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual performance incentive bonus, new hire equity, and ongoing performance-based equity. Structure Therapeutics also offers various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, unlimited PTO, and a number of paid holidays including winter shutdown.Notice to Recruiters/Staffing AgenciesRecruiters and staffing agencies should not contact Structure Therapeutics through this page. All recruitment vendors (search firms, recruitment agencies, and staffing companies) are prohibited from contacting our hiring manager(s), executive team members, or employees.We require that all recruiters and staffing agencies have a fully executed, formal written agreement on file.Structure Therapeutics’ receipt or acceptance of an unsolicited resume submitted by a vendor organization to this website or employee does not constitute an actual or implied contract between Structure Therapeutics and such organization and will be considered unsolicited and Structure Therapeutics will not be responsible for related fees.Fraud AlertTo all candidates: your personal information and online safety are a top priority for us. At Structure Therapeutics, direct candidates to apply through our official career page at BambooHR.Recruiters will always contact you using the domain of Structuretx.com. We will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers. 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The company’s platform combines the latest advancements in visualization of molecular interactions, computational chemistry, and data integration to design orally available, superior small molecule medicines that overcome current limitations of biologic and peptide drugs. We are advancing a clinical‐stage pipeline of differentiated treatments focused on chronic diseases with high unmet need, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary conditions.Structure Therapeutics is led by an experienced group of international drug innovators and financed by top-tier global life sciences investors. The company completed an initial public offering (IPO) in February 2023. With offices in California and Shanghai, Structure Therapeutics has the benefit of being at the center of life science innovation in both the US and China and capitalizing on the strengths of each geographic location.Position SummaryThis role will report to the Sr. Director Program Management. 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This role will regularly communicate project status and risks to management.Job ResponsibilitiesEstablish and maintain functionally integrated program timelines in accordance with established structures to enable accurate project analyses, identification of critical path activities and areas of resource constraint.Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as neededFacilitate project meetings, including kick-off meetings, core team meetings, status updates, and milestone reviews.Contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices, fostering knowledge sharing and best practices across teams.Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA) and internal company policies.Contribute to successful execution of Program Management department goals and activitiesSupport budget tracking and resource planningMaintain dashboards and reportingOther duties as assignedCore Competencies, Knowledge, and Skill RequirementsProficiency in Smartsheet, MS Project and Microsoft Office suiteLead and motivate cross-functional project teams, ensuring clear communication, collaboration, and accountability.Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programsAbility to effectively interact with individuals at all levels across the organizationDemonstrated knowledge of project management practices, tools and methodologyKnowledge of drug development process and inter-dependencies between key functions including research, CMC, non-clinical development, clinical development and operations, and regulatory affairsAbility to manage conflict, drive consensus, and promote decision-makingAbility to independently identify and manage project objectives, timelines, budgets, providing formal and informal status updates to stakeholders as neededProactive mindset, strong leadership, facilitation, teamwork, and influence management/ negotiation skills.Strong understanding of technology and tools for collaboration and work efficiencyStrong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor and ability to communicate in person and virtuallyExcellent verbal and written communication skills as well as exceptional organizational capability.Ability to work 1-2 days/week in the evening to accommodate and communicate with our colleagues in Shanghai.Ability to effectively work in a highly dynamic environmentQualificationsBA/BS degree or higher in life sciences or related disciplines8+ years of work experience in industry, that includes 4+ years of Program/Project Management experience, within a matrixed pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization.Prior experience in leading and managing global interdisciplinary or cross functional pharmaceutical or biotech teams is required.Late phase program management and/ or marketing application filing experienceProven success in goal setting, prioritization and time management is required.Understanding of FDA and/or EMA quality and regulatory processes is required and experience with regulatory submissions is highly desired.Licenses or CertificationsPMP certification is preferred.Travel RequiredLimited travel to conferences or meetings within the US, and occasionally overseasStructure Therapeutics Inc. is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.Structure Therapeutics is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the anticipated base pay range is $187,000-$230,000. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.At Structure, base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual performance incentive bonus, new hire equity, and ongoing performance-based equity. Structure Therapeutics also offers various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, unlimited PTO, and a number of paid holidays including winter shutdown.Notice to Recruiters/Staffing AgenciesRecruiters and staffing agencies should not contact Structure Therapeutics through this page. All recruitment vendors (search firms, recruitment agencies, and staffing companies) are prohibited from contacting our hiring manager(s), executive team members, or employees.We require that all recruiters and staffing agencies have a fully executed, formal written agreement on file.Structure Therapeutics’ receipt or acceptance of an unsolicited resume submitted by a vendor organization to this website or employee does not constitute an actual or implied contract between Structure Therapeutics and such organization and will be considered unsolicited and Structure Therapeutics will not be responsible for related fees.Fraud AlertTo all candidates: your personal information and online safety are a top priority for us. At Structure Therapeutics, direct candidates to apply through our official career page at BambooHR.Recruiters will always contact you using the domain of Structuretx.com. We will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers. If you are unsure if a message is from Structure Therapeutics, please email human resources.","datePosted":"2026-05-24T15:09:04.787Z","dateModified":"2026-05-24T15:09:04.787Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Structure Therapeutics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Millbrae","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"001c6e09bb586e642b8def9e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/001c6e09bb586e642b8def9e"}}