Canada, Edmonton
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
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Closing: 26 November 2026

Introduction

We’re hiring a Program Manager, for a company focused on developing next-generation drugs to treat cancer. This position is based in Boston, however they are open to candidate in US and Canada.

The Program Manager will be responsible for cross-functional planning and execution of product development team activities. This individual will work closely with Program Team leadership and technical leads to create project plans, track progress against key milestones and integrate projects within the program portfolio. This position reports to the Director of Program Management.

What are you going to do 

Responsibilities

  • Building and maintaining complex program plans that include scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, key Go/No-Go decision points, resources and budgets.
  • Maintaining key program documentation, including internal and external reporting obligations
  • Ensuring effective and timely communication to team members and senior management regarding project status, key milestones, achievement of external and internal commitments and resource allocation.
  • Managing meetings including scheduling, agendas, minutes, and actions.
  • Driving cross-functional alignment to facilitate decision-making
  • Identifying strategic or operational issues impacting plan execution and working with the team to identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Exerting broad influence by establishing trust and effective relationships among key team members
  • Supporting the development and application of Project Management tool, templates, and best practices across the organization

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements

  • MSc or BSc Degree
  • 5-7 years experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology drug development; with at least 2-3 years experience in a project management role
  • Experience in advancing oncology drug candidate from preclinical through Phase 1 and 2 clinical trials. Familiarity with companion diagnostic development is a plus.
  • Proficiency in project management, resource planning, and organizational skills. PMP certification or equivalent is strongly preferred
  • Experience with Smartsheet or equivalent Program Management software
  • Experience with process improvement and/or change management preferred
  • Understanding of preclinical safety assessment/toxicology, DMPK/bioanalytics, CMC, QC/QA, Regulatory, and clinical working groups.
  • Ability to manage external alliance relationships with partners.

What we offer 

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We’ll get you going while you get on with the job.

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?