Senior Project Manager, Medical

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Project Manager - Medical ensures ImmunityBio’s major projects are planned, approved and implemented utilizing project management methods and tools to prioritize, advise, and lead cross functional, global projects to improve the delivery capability and efficiency of all medical areas.  The role will be responsible for working closely with all medical leadership teams to manage project deadlines and initiatives across all medical, regulatory and clinical departments while adhering to FDA and ICH/GCP guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Oversee and collaborate cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams on the communication and execution of all strategic project plans, to ensure projects are implemented and executed successfully.
• Manage projects from initiation through delivery by following best in class project management methodology (including tools, systems, and applications) and ensure all projects are aligned with organizational goals. 
• Develop and lead medical project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet project achievements and deliverables.
• Manage project budgets, including patient data, and overhead costs, to ensure financial efficiency.
• Manage the prioritization of projects proposed by each of the business units to establish project management staffing levels, training, tools, and software across all Business Unit functions that will allow the project teams to achieve the Company’s objectives with respect to given projects.
• Develop and maintain program dashboards to monitor performance, adherence to schedule, budget, resources, and risks.
• Report to the CEO on all projects at regular intervals on issues and seek their counsel as required.
• Monitor and analyze project metrics to identify weaknesses or problems and to propose operational improvements and cost savings for future projects.
• Develop and adhere to standard operating procedures.
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects as assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, life sciences, engineering and/or relevant discipline required.
• Advanced degree a plus
• 8+ years of clinical practice experience required
• 5+ years of experience in a global and complex project management role required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in oncology or oncology diagnostics required
• PMP Certification, Six Sigma, or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum or equivalent preferred
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, quality improvement, and change management techniques preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of project and change management principles, best practices, tools, technology and methods.
• Strong financial knowledge and/or training with a highly developed understanding of operations, project processes and tools.
• Deep understanding of biotechnology/pharma industry across the product lifecycle.
• Proven ability to create innovative project plans and to manage full lifecycle of project execution with rigor and discipline.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others from any functional area or background, to influence thinking, and gain acceptance.
• Ability to formulate and articulate a perspective and present it in a manner that generates understanding and alignment.
• Strong experience facilitating project team meetings, cross-functional communication and decision making, and ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to problem solve, matrix manage and collaborate in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to problems.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience conducting formal presentations to Senior Management and external opinion leaders

• Proficiency in MS Word, OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe, Visio, Veeva CRM, and other project management software such as Monday.com, Smartsheet, etc.

• Maintain corporate confidentiality at all times

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works 3-5 days per week on-site in El Segundo, CA.
• Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours.  Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$160,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $175,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options • Health and Financial Wellness Programs • Employer Assistance Program (EAP) • Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • 529 Education Savings Program • Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks • Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays • Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO • Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day •  We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.