Be part of our team
We are looking for a proactive and committed Director Program Management. The Director of Program Management will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence to Tubulis’ lead program, TUB-040, as well as across our portfolio of innovative therapeutic programs spanning early- and late-stage clinical development. This team member will partner with clinical, regulatory, CMC, Biomarker, PK, Nonclinical, commercial, and other functional leaders to ensure timely achievement of critical milestones, effective risk management, and successful advancement of programs toward regulatory approval and commercialization. The ideal candidate has a strong background in biotechnology-pharma R&D, deep knowledge of the clinical development lifecycle, and a proven ability to drive complex, cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results.
The position would be ideally located in the Munich, Germany area. However, we can accept a base location in Germany, Switzerland or the East Coast, US for the ideal candidate. The Director Program Management will report to the VP Program Management.
Your mission
- Lead cross-functional TUB-040 program team through all stages of clinical development, from IND-enabling studies through pivotal late-stage trials and regulatory submission. Must be capable of progressing multiple TUB-040 projects under program in different indications and development stages.
- Serve as the primary point of contact and lead for the TUB-040 program strategy, planning, execution, and delivery of key milestones.
- Develop and maintain integrated program plans and timelines, budgets, and risk management strategies in alignment with corporate objectives. Prepare timely agendas and document outcomes and next steps.
- Partner with functional leaders (Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, CMC, Biostatistics, Biomarker, Commercial, etc.) to ensure program requirements are well-defined, appropriately resourced, and executed with high quality. Initiate / drive subteams.
- Drive effective decision-making by preparing clear program updates and recommendations for the respective governance committees.
- Provide mentorship and leadership within the Program Management function, contributing to process improvements and organizational capability building.
- Foster collaboration, provide guidance, support team members, address challenges, and promote a positive working environment.
- Maintain effective communication channels with VP PM, team members, partners, and other key stakeholders.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in relevant scientific field.
- 10+ years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry and program management roles leading cross-functional drug development teams.
- Demonstrated track record of success advancing programs through multiple phases of clinical development (e.g., IND/CTA, Ph I-III, BLA/MAA, launch, lifecycle management). Late-stage development and pivotal trial experience required.
- Brings comprehensive knowledge of clinical development, regulatory requirements, GXP, CMC, Nonclinical, and commercialization considerations.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage and motivate teams to achieve goals.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to synthesize complex information and present compelling updates to leadership and stakeholders.
- Ready to take on work beyond job description to meet critical deadlines and achieve goals.
- Proficient in project management tools and software, e.g., MS Project, Excel, Power Point, Think-cell.
- Ability to navigate and adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, sees the big picture while managing the details effectively, and builds strong relationships across disciplines and geographies.
- Fluent in English - written and spoken.
- Proactive team player, results-oriented, and striving to find best solutions in a collegial team environment.
- Self-organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
Why us?
At Tubulis, curiosity and innovation drive us to transform cancer treatment. We are a fast-growing biotech where science meets passion—and where you have the chance to grow with us.
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Impact that matters: Contribute to breakthrough therapies.
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Global mindset: Work in an international, diverse team.
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Grow & thrive: Develop your career in a supportive, fast-moving environment.
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Innovation every day: Push boundaries with cutting-edge science.
At Tubulis, your ideas matter, your growth matters—and together, we make a difference.
