Do you want to be a part of a Team, passionate about what they do and the impact they will have on patients? Then, you’ll want to be a part of Kinnate Biopharma Inc. We are a small, but growing, biotech in the precision oncology space looking for equally dedicated, passionate, and nimble people to take on this journey with us! Our approach to research is unique. Our people are incredible at what they do as they support each other through every trial and triumph. Bring your passion! #patientsarewaiting!
Summary Description of Role:
We are seeking a Project Manager. This is a new position to support expansion of the company’s operations. Reporting to the Development Lead, the Project Manager will provide operational leadership for our oncology development team, preclinical through early clinical development. You will work in a highly collaborative manner to develop and implement project management tools and best practices. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for proactive, cross-functional planning leveraging your skills to define project operational plans, manage timelines and budget, drive risk management, and ensure quality of deliverables, in the execution of a premier oncology program.
Responsibilities
- Provide project management leadership on a fast-paced, cross-functional program team
- Lead the creation and execution of high-quality integrated project timelines, communication plans, risk assessments, and action planners
- Collaborate with Development Team to drive alignment and seamless execution of program’s business-critical deliverables
- Foster high-performing teams by monitoring health and operating efficiencies of the team
- Proactively manage program budget and resources
- Partner with the Development Lead to identify opportunities and remove obstacles driving program success
- Develop and implement project management tools, best practices, and processes to increase efficiency, consistency, and visibility of project deliverables
Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive, list of the expected initial duties associated with the position. The role will evolve over time and changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred or a Bachelor’s degree with strong demonstration of equivalent combination of relevant educational and professional training
- Proven track record in project management with a minimum 3+ years of experience in bio tech/life sciences project management or equivalent discipline. (PMP certification preferred.)
- Minimum 6+ years of industry experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or other healthcare related field
- Demonstrated experience managing and guiding cross-functional teams
- Strong knowledge of the drug development process, with oncology experience a plus.
- Self-driven initiative to manage across multiple projects with competing priorities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly competent in MS Office and SmartSheet and/or MS Project.
- Level will be commensurate with the final candidate’s experience
Fit with Kinnate Culture:
- Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers of various backgrounds and expertise
- Ability to function at a high level in a team setting whether leading the group or acting as an individual contributor
- Values-based leadership consistent with Kinnate Biopharma’s Core Values
- Engaged in the mission of Kinnate Biopharma and acting with Flexibility and Integrity.
About Kinnate:
Kinnate Biopharma is driven by the urgency of cancer patients who need more effective therapies. We utilize our deep expertise in structure-based drug discovery, translational research and patient-driven precision medicine, which we refer to as our Kinnate Discovery Engine, to develop targeted therapies. Our lead programs include candidates in preclinical development for cancers that are driven by specific oncogenic alterations in either the BRAF kinase gene, or in the FGFR2 and FGFR3 kinase genes. To help move our programs forward, Kinnate has brought together a management team of precision oncology experts and scientific advisors who publish widely-cited research on topics relevant to the study and treatment of cancer and lead clinical units at experienced precision medicine cancer centers in the United States.
We recently closed our $276M initial public offering and are listed on Nasdaq. Prior to that, we closed three significant venture capital financings, including our $98M Series C round in July and August 2020 and our $74.5M Series B round in December 2019. Kinnate has a passionate and seasoned Team, guided by industry leaders in precision medicine and drug discovery, developing a focused portfolio strategy, and leveraging unique team expertise. Our Research and Development team is based primarily in San Diego, California and a portion of our management team is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are a small but growing precision oncology company with a bright future.
EEO & EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
Kinnate Biopharma Inc. is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company. We provide equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Kinnate Biopharma Inc. also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of applicable law.
WHY POSITION IS OPEN: New position to support expansion of the company’s operations