Associate Director, Project Management

Keros Therapeutics is a public, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel treatments for patients suffering from hematological and musculoskeletal disorders with high unmet medical need. We are a leader in understanding the role of the transforming growth factor-beta, or TGF-ß, family of proteins, which are master regulators of red blood cell and platelet production as well as of the growth, repair and maintenance of muscle and bone. We have leveraged this understanding and developed a discovery approach to generate large and small molecules to address diseases of these tissues. Targeting TGF-ß signaling pathways has been clinically proven to elicit robust changes in blood cells, muscle, and bone, which we believe provides a precedent and strong rationale for our strategy.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager, who is energetic, passionate and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented, and collaborative environment. Reporting to the Executive Director (Program Leader), the Associate Director will provide project management support to multiple development-stage biologics programs at Keros under the direction of the Program Leaders. The project manager will plan and track program deliverables, develop integrated program plans with functional leads, and drive operational advancement of the programs. The ideal candidate will be an independent, pro-active, strategic program manager who takes initiative, and is skilled at problem solving, and working cross-functionally with a team. In addition, the ideal candidate will have functional or project management drug development experience and is skilled in developing project management tools to track program deliverables. The project manager will play a key role in both day-to-day operations and supporting longer-term strategic planning. In addition, this person will support the head of Program and Portfolio Management developing tools to support the entire portfolio. This position is hybrid requiring 3 days a week on site in our Lexington office.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of project management tools, working with the program management team and other key stakeholders, including the development of the integrated program plans and program activity trackers.
• Provide project management support and leadership to the Program Teams in the areas of planning, tracking, problem-solving, risk management and various communications.
• Collaborate with functional leads to generate and maintain the integrated program plans that define key deliverables, timelines, interdependencies, assumptions, and critical path.
• Foster strong relationships with team members and functional line managers, supporting project-related communications and status updates.
• Support the Program Team Meetings as needed with the development of high-quality agendas and minutes in a timely manner, as well as follow-up on action items.
• Assist the Program Leader with long-term strategic planning initiatives.
• Support the Head of Program and Portfolio Management with the development and management of PM tools that capture program timelines, budgets and resources needs for the portfolio.
• Execute ad-hoc projects by applying project management best practices in the development, initiation, planning, execution, and closing of projects.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Degree in life sciences.
• 5-8 years of relevant professional experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including at least 3 years in relevant project management or functional roles. Biologics experience a plus.
• Knowledge of and experience in drug development preferably with clinical, nonclinical, regulatory, CMC and commercial, and across development stages.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Proactive mindset with strong leadership, facilitation, teamwork, and influence management/negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including strong communication skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize as well as exceptional organizational capability.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Think cell and SharePoint. A super user in Smartsheet highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a hybrid work environment, and to be in the company office at least 3 days per week.
  
  
  

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Mission Statement:Keros is an inclusive company. We believe that diversity drives innovation. We continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. As such, Keros takes a holistic approach in mentoring, coaching, and developing all of our Keros team members.

Keros Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.