Program Manager

Program Manager - Gene Therapy Platform

Location: Hybrid - The Netherlands/Remote
Job Category: Operations
Seniority: Senior or Director level 

About the Company:
Our client is a pioneering biotech company transforming gene therapy by optimizing viral vector production. Their proprietary platform enables 100% AAV capsid filling in just a few hours, significantly improving efficiency and clinical success rates.

Position Overview:

The Program Manager will oversee cross-functional projects across R&D, client collaborations, and drug development. This role ensures strategic alignment, efficient execution, and stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead execution of three primary project types:
  • Internal R&D: Advancing core platform technology for improved efficiency.
  • Client-Focused Projects: Supporting biotech and pharma partners in leveraging the platform for their own therapies.
  • Proprietary Drug Development: Managing internal therapeutic programs to enhance the company's impact and valuation.
• Align research, business, clinical, and operational teams.
• Optimise processes for efficiency and scalability.
• Manage stakeholders and mitigate project risks.
• Track KPIs to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential:
  • PhD or MSc in Life Sciences (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related fields).
  • Proven program management experience in biotech, biopharma, or life sciences.
  • Strong knowledge of viral vector development and analytics (AAV experience highly preferred).
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and external partners (CMOs, CROs, and technology providers).
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot process development challenges in viral vector manufacturing.
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills, translating technical and scientific work into actionable business strategy.
• Preferred:
  • Familiarity with GMP, Quality by Design (QbD), and regulatory frameworks.
  • PMP certification or equivalent project management training.

Why Apply?

• Work on cutting-edge gene therapy innovations.
• Contribute to transformative therapies in a dynamic biotech startup.
• Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and development opportunities.

Relevant Information:

• Recruiter interviews start on March 13th.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Currently a predominantly remote position with occasional travel; office presence will increase over time (2-3 days per week expected in the future).