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CMK Select

CMK Select

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R&D, Discovery, Late Phase Project Manager, Pharma

Anywhere
Full-time, Contract
Posted 12/5/2025
Verified Source
Key Skills:
Project Management
Drug Development Lifecycle
Portfolio Management
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Integrated Product Development Planning
Risk Management
Budget Tracking
Planisware

Compensation

Salary Range

$160K - 165K a year

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate cross-functional R&D project teams, manage project portfolios, develop integrated plans, track budgets, and ensure alignment with pharma R&D strategy.

Requirements

Requires 10 years project management, 7 years R&D drug development, 5 years Integrated Product Development planning, 3 years Planisware experience, and 10 years pharmaceutical industry experience.

Full Description

CMK Select, a specialized Project Management consulting firm dedicated exclusively to the Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences industry is hiring an R&D, Discovery, Late Phase Project Manager to assist our Pharma client's R&D organization's assets in varying phases of the lifecycle. CMK Select is seeking a hands-on Project Portfolio Manager to: - Lead and coordinate cross-functional R&D project teams (Discovery, Clinical, Regulatory, CMC, Commercial) as they pertain to assets. - Provide Portfolio Management to support the prioritization of pipeline assets and ensure alignment with our Pharma client's R&D strategy. - Apply understanding of the Drug Development lifecycle and milestones. - Plan & execute by developing an integrated project plan with timelines, milestones, risks, and budgets. Execution needs to be driven in accordance with phase gates and governance requirements. - Prepare and present project updates; ensure timely decision-making and stakeholder alignment. - Identify, assess, and manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies. - Collaborate with finance teams to track budgets and forecast resource needs across pipeline projects. To excel in this role, the Project Portfolio Manager should possess the following experience and acumen: - a background specific to R&D Pharma - experience in Phase IIb and beyond - Respiratory and Immunology/Inflammation therapeutic category experience - Proven experience managing cross-functional project teams in a matrix environment, creating Integrated Product Development plans and identifying critical paths. - Deep understanding of the Drug Development process from Discovery to Registration. - Strong knowledge of Planisware and project management methodologies. The Project Portfolio Manager will partner with cross-functional teams and drive cross-functional alignment to ensure reliable portfolio planning. This is a Senior Associate position with CMK Select with an initial compensation range of will be $160,000.00 - $165,000.00. Salary will be commensurate with experience. CMK Select offers Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, and 401k. For immediate consideration please contact Linda at lespenschied@cmkselect.com | 908-812-3733 If you are passionate about leading projects that make an impact on the lives of patients and have the necessary skills to thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $160,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • project management: 10 years (Required) • R&D drug development: 7 years (Required) • Integrated Product Development plan: 5 years (Required) • Planisware: 3 years (Required) • pharmaceutical industry: 10 years (Required) Work Location: Remote

This job posting was last updated on 12/8/2025

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