Associate Director, Development Program Manager

Encoded Therapeutics Inc.

. Drive cross-functional planning and execution of a development program within the AAV gene therapy platform focused on CNS indications .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $189,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly in gene therapy and CNS indications. Proficient in developing integrated program plans, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Program ManagementGene Therapy ExperienceCross-Functional Team LeadershipRegulatory KnowledgePMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningRisk ManagementBudget ForecastingDrug Development ProcessProject Management Methodologies

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Abilities

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetOffice TimelinesProject Management SoftwareAI-Assisted Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalGene TherapyCNS IndicationsRegulatory Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive cross-functional planning and execution of a development program within the AAV gene therapy platform focused on CNS indications
Facilitate development and implementation of program strategy aligned with company goals, timelines, and budgets
Organize Development Core Team activities and support cross-functional collaboration and decision-making
Prepare teams for internal meetings, management communications, and external-partner engagement
Partner with the Director of PMO on portfolio alignment, major risks, resourcing conflicts, and strategic trade-offs
Develop and maintain integrated program plans, timelines, and budgets across functional areas
Track Core Team deliverables and ensure milestones and objectives are achieved
Identify program risks and dependencies and develop mitigation plans with functional leads
Support scenario and contingency planning for go/no-go milestones, regulatory interactions, and data readouts
Contribute to program-management processes, templates, and best practices
Serve as the primary integration point across functional areas and communicate program status, risks, and decisions
Coordinate cross-functional CMC, Regulatory, Clinical, Medical, Patient Advocacy, and Nonclinical projects
Escalate unresolved issues to the Director of Program Management
Partner with Finance and functional leads on budget forecasting and resource planning
Monitor and report progress through dashboards, reports, and weekly/monthly updates
Maintain program documentation in accordance with quality and compliance standards
Contribute to ad hoc departmental projects and support QBR and Board of Directors meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent experience
Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacology, or a related field preferred
MBA or project management certification is a plus
Demonstrated experience in program or project management within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or related life sciences industry
Working knowledge of the drug development process, including preclinical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial requirements
Experience supporting gene therapy, AAV vectors, or other advanced modality programs, and/or rare disease programs, strongly preferred
Proven track record of successfully leading and managing cross-functional teams in complex development programs, preferably in gene therapy
Up to 20% travel may be required
Strong organizational, leadership, communication, interpersonal, strategic-thinking, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including preparing materials for and presenting to senior leadership
Proficient in Smartsheet, Office Timelines and/or other project management tools and software
Ability to evaluate PMO tooling, workflows, and delivery frameworks and recommend process improvements
Ability to adjust priorities in a fast-paced, evolving company environment
PMP certification or equivalent program/project management credential preferred
Experience supporting rare disease or CNS-focused gene therapy programs preferred
Familiarity with gene therapy-specific regulatory considerations preferred
Experience leveraging AI-assisted features within modern program and portfolio management tools preferred
Experience with governance processes in a biotech or pharmaceutical organization preferred
Familiarity with IND submission preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributions
Meaningful stock option grants
PTO, sick time and holiday pay
Generous Parental Leave program
Pre-tax medical and dependent care programs
STD, LTD, Life and AD&D
Professional development opportunities
Team-building events
Fully stocked micro-kitchen
Fitness center at South San Francisco location
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives