ABOUT EVOMMUNE

Evommune, Inc. is a private clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to revolutionizing the treatment of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases. Founded in 2020 by a leading team of R&D experts and biotech innovators, Evommune is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in New York, NY. Through groundbreaking science, we are committed to discovering, developing, and delivering therapies that not only address symptoms but also halt disease progression. Our pipeline focuses on advancing novel treatment options for underserved patient populations, targeting diseases at their root with best-in-class agents for safety and efficacy. For more information, visit www.Evommune.com.

OUR CORE VALUES

Before we dive into the specifics of the role, it's important to highlight the core values that are integral to being a member of the Evommune team. Our values are not just words; they shape our culture, guide our decision-making and define what it means to be part of our team.

• Together We Win: We champion teamwork, celebrating every achievement as a shared success.
• Guided by Insight: We make data-driven decisions, using our collective experience to shape the future of our business.
• Every Day Matters: We act with urgency to bring transformative therapies to patients by being nimble, decisive, and effective.
• Driven By Excellence: We set a high bar and hold ourselves accountable to deliver exceptional results in everything we do.
• Empowered To Act: We invest in our team and value transparency, fostering trust and a sense of ownership.

We seek individuals who resonate with these principles, as they are essential for thriving in our collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment.

THE POSITION

Director, PM

The Director of Project Management will play a pivotal role in leading high-impact programs within our rapidly growing biotech organization. This strategic position requires extensive expertise in drug development and project management, coupled with the ability to align cross-functional teams, shape program strategies, and deliver on complex, mission-critical objectives

This hybrid role is based in our Palo Alto office 2 days a week, with the flexibility of working remotely 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership

• Provide strategic oversight of high-impact programs, aligning program goals with corporate strategy and long-term business priorities.
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive program strategies, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Evaluate alternative development scenarios, balancing costs, timelines, risks, and strategic objectives to provide actionable recommendations.

Cross-Functional Alignment and Leadership

• Direct and inspire cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and accountability across departments, including CMC, clinical, nonclinical, regulatory, and commercial functions.
• Build strong partnerships across the organization and with external stakeholders to foster effective communication and ensure seamless collaboration.

Organizational Influence

• Delivering high-level program updates, insights, and strategic recommendations.
• Provide ongoing visibility into program risks, mitigation strategies, and critical decisions to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Drive key organizational initiatives to enhance program execution capabilities.

Risk Oversight and Problem Solving

• Oversee the identification and proactive management of program risks, ensuring robust contingency planning and mitigation strategies.
• Partner with subject matter experts to resolve complex challenges efficiently.
• Integrate data-driven insights into decision-making processes to optimize program success and outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a representative of the program, ensuring clear and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Operational Excellence

• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and organizational scalability.
• Ensure program management best practices are followed across the organization, creating a framework for operational excellence.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree with 10+ years, or Ph.D. with 8+ years. Equivalent professional experience in drug development and program leadership will also be considered.
• Educational background in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field is required; an advanced degree is strongly preferred.

Leadership and Strategic Expertise

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, high-performing teams in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence program strategy and drive decision-making.
• Extensive experience in navigating and managing complex drug development programs
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to inspire and align diverse teams.

Regulatory and Business Acumen

• Comprehensive understanding of global regulatory requirements and deliverables, including U.S., EMA, and other key regulatory authorities.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align program objectives with long-term goals, and financial considerations.

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Smart Sheet, or similar systems.
• Ability to deliver impactful presentations and manage high-level stakeholder communication.

What we look for

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of drug development, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is passionate about enabling teams to deliver life-changing therapeutics to patients.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $260,000 and the position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses and/or equity-linked compensation. Salary ranges are determined by role, level and location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We offer Company-sponsored benefits, which include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans. In addition, we provide a 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, educational reimbursement, and an employee referral bonus program.

Evommune is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

In accordance with the Company’s determination to provide and maintain a safe workplace, the Company expects all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with one of the FDA approved COVID-19 vaccines, unless exempted under applicable law or regulations.