Overview
Entrepreneurial Spirit, Rooted in Tradition. Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) is a U.S. subsidiary of Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation (MTPC) in Japan, which touts a storied reputation more than 300 years in the making. Our parent company – one of Japan’s most respected – is a research-driven pharmaceutical company that has tirelessly pursued medical breakthroughs with global reach. MTPC has discovered and produced several first-in-class medicines for serious diseases, including multiple sclerosis (MS), diabetes mellitus (DM), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
MTPA is rapidly expanding its operations across all functional areas. MTPA’s commitment to patients and their communities continues with a robust late-stage pipeline of investigational treatments for difficult-to-treat diseases and commercializing products with significant unmet medical needs in North American markets. In the United States, MTPA launched rare diseases treatments including RADICAVA® (edaravone) injectables in 2017, EXSERVAN™ (riluzole) oral film in 2021, and RADICAVA® (edaravone) oral suspension in 2022. The company handles research, clinical development, sales, marketing, medical affairs, and business development functions. MTPA is dedicated to improving the treatment environment for those with debilitating diseases, researching on real-world evidence, and creating hope for all facing illness.
The Specialist, Project Management supports Project Manager(s) and/or Early Development Team Leader (EDTL) in planning and executing global drug development projects from concept to commercialization. The Specialist could also be independently responsible for managing early drug development projects of low to moderate complexity. As an entry-level team member, the Specialist is expected to come up to speed in a number of technical and commercial disciplines in order to effectively support new drug development. The incumbent is also expected to seamlessly interact with team members, functional areas, and outside experts to achieve the project goals while meeting the quality, timeline, and cost expectations.
Responsibilities
- Assists Project Manager and/or EDTL in leading cross-functional development teams to achieve product development goals.
- Under Project Manager’s or EDTL’s guidance, generates high quality integrated development, risk management and communication plans.
- Under Project Manager’s guidance, develops and maintain detailed timelines, budgets, and resource utilization.
- Helps Project Manager by scheduling meetings, preparing draft meeting minutes, and providing follow-up on logistics needs of the project teams.
- Updates Drug Development Management System database with current status on timeline, resource, and budget.
- Maintains Project Team related documents, e.g., agendas and minutes, TPP, CDP, timelines, etc. in the appropriate repository.
- Governance meetings: As part of the Secretariat coordinates and set up meeting invitations, distribute presentation material, meeting requests and final decision material.
- Coordinates monthly project review meetings
- Assists in the generation of metrics, analytics, and reports to gain operational excellence in MTPA drug development.
- Assists senior-level project management staff, as needed, with various initiatives designed to enhance project and portfolio management and achieve departmental goals.
Qualifications
- Minimum BS/BA degree in life sciences, pharmacy or related field
- Post graduate degree is preferred but not required
- PMP Certification is preferred but not required
- 0-3 years of combined functional and project management experience in drug development
- Strong background in basic or clinical sciences is preferred
- Experience working in a multicultural, multi-lingual environment
- Some exposure to formal project management methodologies
- Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Proficiency with Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Manual dexterity required to operate office equipment, i.e. computers, phones, copy machine/printer
- Ability to carry, handle and reach for objects
- Ability to lift and pull up to 15 pounds
Our Value Proposition:
Enjoy the fast-moving, entrepreneurial spirit more typically found in a small biotech, complemented by the benefits of a global pharmaceutical/chemical conglomerate. At this time, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America offers our employees unparalleled opportunities for career success coupled with a supportive level of employee benefits.
MTP provides a competitive benefits package inclusive of Medical and Dental health benefits, short-term and long-term disability plans, Company Paid and Supplemental Life insurance and additional voluntary benefits such as Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection. In addition, we provide a generous PTO policy based on tenure, commencing with 24 PTO days, pro-rated based on hire date.
The salary range for this position is $64,000 – $104,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary may be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state and depending on the role), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
This position is eligible to participate in our annual Short-Term Incentive (STI) program. Specific information about the plan including eligibility rules and target, will be furnished upon hire.