via Greenhouse
$236K - 295K a year
Leading operational excellence, strategic planning, and cross-functional coordination within a biotech research organization.
Master's in Life Sciences, >10 years in Pharma/Biotech, experience in drug discovery, leadership in complex initiatives, budget and contract management.
Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) Inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins, and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding Revolutionaries in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway. The Opportunity: The head of the Integrated Research Management group is a key leadership role responsible for strengthening operational excellence, advancing strategic planning, and enabling the continued evolution of our Research organization. This leader will enhance cross-functional coordination, upgrade operational systems, and ensure the organization is equipped for future growth. The ideal candidate brings deep Discovery experience and excels at working with executive-level stakeholders on high-impact matters. They lead multiple diverse groups, influence decision-making, and translate long-range Research strategy into actionable and sustainable operational plans. This role also includes people-management responsibilities and plays an important part in shaping team culture, group dynamics, and organizational effectiveness. Contributes to the strategic and operational direction for the Research organization; partners with executive leaders to define and execute critical initiatives. Applies a deep understanding of Discovery, adjacent functions, and the competitive landscape to inform operational decisions and business priorities. Drives organizational effectiveness through systems thinking, process optimization, and infrastructure development. Provides strategic problem-solving and guidance across ambiguous, complex, and multi-functional challenges. Translates multi-sub-functional strategy into actionable objectives, systems, and processes that strengthen research performance and organizational readiness. Leads major change initiatives, ensuring durable adoption of new operational models, technologies, and ways of working. Breaks down silos and enhances cross-functional coordination, communication, and decision-making across diverse research groups. Oversees business operations for Research, including budgeting, financial planning, resource forecasting, CRO management, and academic collaboration contracts. Actively engages in the Integrated Research Hub leadership team; builds capabilities, fosters effective group dynamics, and promotes a high-performance culture. Serves as a role model for RevMed Core Values, creating an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-looking research environment. Required Skills, Experience and Education: Master’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline. Deep understanding of drug discovery organizations, >10 years in Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry experience. Executive presence and ability to influence without authority. Operational and strategic capability in equal measure. Expertise in organizational assessment, systems thinking, program management, and change leadership. Experience leading cross-functional groups and complex initiatives. Comfort navigating ambiguity and solving abstract problems to provide clear guidance. Experience managing budgets, contracts, and external partnerships. Strong people leadership, fostering positive group dynamics, and shaping culture. Advanced capability with MS Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), collaboration platforms (Smartsheet, Teams, Coda), workflow applications and visualization tools (Timeline Pro, LucidCharts, OnePager). Preferred Skills: MBA or PhD in Life Sciences, is a plus. Experience in Oncology therapeutic area is strongly preferrable. #LI-Hybrid #LI-LN1 The base pay salary range for this full-time position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary range for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training. Please note that base pay salary range is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities. Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status. Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com. Base Pay Salary Range $236,000—$295,000 USD
This job posting was last updated on 12/11/2025