Preclinical Programme Manager (12 month FTC)

Location of role Abingdon, UK

Department Business Development

Key Responsibilities MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide project management support for Preclinical (Research) pipeline programmes for a fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of Preclinical pipeline programmes as assigned through consideration of company strategy, resource requirements and programme complexities.
• Partner with programme leads to ensure effective progression, governance, communication, and planning of each of the programmes in the Preclinical pipeline (from target nomination to candidate drug nomination).
• Ensure programme team meetings are run efficiently including scheduling, minutes, and tracking/follow-up of action items.
• In accordance with Programme Management team plan and run Research Portfolio Committee (RPC) governance meetings for assigned programmes.
• Develop structured plans with timelines and resource requirements and use to forecast areas of potential delays/issues/operational needs within the Preclinical portfolio and integrate with overall portfolio.
• Produce resources and tools for reporting on the preclinical portfolio.
• Effectively communicate and present pipeline project progress and timelines to key stakeholder groups including senior management, research leaders and programme teams (internal and partner).
• Actively monitor and update pipeline programme team materials and resources such as rosters and action/decision trackers.
• Proactively manage risks and ensure appropriate and timely communication and engagement of key stakeholder groups. Ensure visibility/ownership of risks implement agreed upon mitigations.
• Provide administrative support for internal research programmes (e.g., folder management)
• Support the transfer of assigned Preclinical programmes to development by helping ensure the transfer of information to the development programme lead / team.
• Identify and aid implementation of opportunities to improve efficiency at both the individual project and portfolio level, in areas including scheduling, collaboration, data management, logistics and reporting.
• Be part of the team that owns, champions, defines, and improves our project and portfolio management process.
  
  

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience in an R&D Project or Product Management role in the Biotech industry with an in-depth understanding of the interrelationships of different disciplines and functions
• Familiarity with PM tools and practices. Familiarity with Smartsheet desirable.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft environment (Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint, Teams)
• Exceptional relationship building skills and an ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders to help them to understand the scientific, clinical, and operational problems that need solving
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly proactive in identifying risks, raising issues, and identifying solutions within the project and predict where opportunities for improving processes may arise in the future
• Delivery-focused mindset, capable of scaling at pace, taking operational and practical ownership of projects
• Strong track record in a relevant scientific discipline
  
  

Education & Qualifications

• Educated to BS/ BA level or higher in life science discipline or equivalent
• Desirable: Masters/ PhD/ PharmD/ MBA in related area of discipline
• Desirable: Formal project management training
• PMP certification preferred but not required
  
  

About the Company Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.

Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.