Program Director – Drug Innovation Ventures

Emory University

. Plan, coordinate, and manage major strategic, operational, and administrative activities for at least one Emory Innovations Incorporated operating unit or major central program .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and operational leadership within an organizational context. Proven ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders and manage complex projects to support growth and innovation.

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Strategic PlanningBudget ManagementFinancial AnalysisLeadership ExperienceContract Management

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Hard Skills

Budget PlanningFinancial AnalysisOperational ManagementDecision-Making AuthorityConflict of Interest ManagementIntellectual Property Management

Soft Skills

Supervisory ExperienceCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree

Industry Keywords

Business StrategyHuman ResourcesAdministrative ActivitiesEmory UniversityGeorgia Residency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and manage major strategic, operational, and administrative activities for at least one Emory Innovations Incorporated operating unit or major central program
Manage contracts and investments, budget planning, financial analysis and operations, intellectual property and conflict of interest management, and human resources
Provide operating unit or program leadership and decision-making authority
Develop budgets and present strategic plans
Work with the Executive Director to develop business strategy, define goals, prepare budget projections, mitigate financial risks, oversee operations, and monitor progress
Develop initiatives supporting sustained growth of the operating unit or program
Liaise between Emory leadership and scientific investigators, Office of Technology Transfer, Biolocity, Office of the General Counsel, and other administrative offices
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree, preferably in business, finance, or related science field, and seven years of professional business or management experience, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Previous supervisory experience
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities