R&D Senior Manager / Manager

BioPhoenix is seeking an experienced R&D Senior Manager / Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional research and development activities across multiple drug development programs.
This position serves as a scientific and operational leader responsible for driving pipeline development, managing external collaborations, evaluating licensing opportunities, coordinating CRO activities, and supporting IND-enabling development from translational research through clinical entry.
Depending on experience, this position may independently manage one or more development programs while contributing to R&D strategy, portfolio planning, and corporate initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Strategy & Program Management

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of assigned R&D programs.
• Develop integrated development plans, timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across Pharmacology, Toxicology, DMPK, CMC, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, and Business Development.
• Review and interpret scientific data to support project decisions and optimize development strategies.
• Track project progress and identify scientific or operational risks with appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Present project progress, key findings, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

External Collaboration & CRO Management

• Manage CROs, academic collaborators, consultants, and strategic partners.
• Review and approve study proposals, protocols, reports, and other scientific deliverables from CROs and external partners.
• Monitor timelines, budgets, quality, and project performance.
• Resolve technical and operational issues with external partners.
• Build productive long-term collaborations with research institutions and industry partners.

Scientific Evaluation & Portfolio Development

• Evaluate external technologies, licensing opportunities, and scientific innovations.
• Conduct scientific and technical due diligence for potential in-licensing and collaboration opportunities.
• Assess competitive landscapes and emerging therapeutic trends to support portfolio decisions.

Corporate & Strategic Projects

• Support preparation of investor presentations, Board materials, government grant applications, and strategic business documents.
• Contribute to portfolio planning, corporate strategy discussions, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Represent the company during scientific meetings and partner discussions when appropriate.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all activities comply with applicable regulations, GLP/GCP principles where applicable, and company SOPs.
• Maintain high standards of scientific documentation and data integrity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of R&D processes and project management practices.

Qualifications
Education

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Medicine, or related disciplines.

Experience
Manager

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology R&D.
• Experience in nonclinical drug development, translational research, or project management.
• Experience working with CROs and external collaborators.

Senior Manager

• 3+ years of experience leading drug development programs.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary R&D projects.
• Experience supporting IND-enabling development is highly preferred.
• Previous experience managing external collaborations and licensing evaluations is desirable.

Experience in oncology, immunology, ophthalmology, or early-stage drug development is highly preferred.