Senior ProjectProgram Manager IT – Applied Analytics, Pharmaceutical Operations & Technology
Cambridge, MA - USA
Job Summary
About This Role:As the Senior Project/Program Manager in the Applied Analytics team within PO&T IT you will be pivotal in steering business-facing project delivery for analytics automation and AI initiatives. Your role involves translating complex business needs into actionable delivery plans ensuring cross-functional execution and driving stakeholder alignment to achieve measurable business outcomes. You will manage risks and dependencies leading matrixed IT and business teams to deliver high-quality scalable and compliant solutions. By partnering closely with business stakeholders and technical teams you will ensure continuous improvement and value realization for Applied Analytics capabilities. This position is crucial for advancing our analytics and AI efforts and aligns with the strategic goals of Biogen.
This position is a Hybrid role with expectations of 3 days per week on campus in either Cambridge or RTP. This position can be based in either Cambridge MA or RTP NC. The pay range posted encompasses the pay range for both potential work locations. Actual pay will be determined by the selected candidates work location as well as relevant experience and qualifications
What Youll Do:
- Drive delivery of complex cross-functional Data Analytics and AI programs and projects.
- Lead Agile practices including sprint planning backlog refinement and daily stand-ups.
- Manage Agile teams for system enhancements from backlog prioritization through implementation.
- Translate complex business challenges into actionable deliverables and scalable solutions.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage interdependencies and resolve delivery challenges.
- Provide visibility into program health risks dependencies and business impact.
- Promote continuous improvement of Agile delivery practices and collaboration.
- Partner with business stakeholders DAC and AI teams to ensure stakeholder alignment and successful outcomes.
- Facilitate requirements gathering for data and analytics products.
- Collaborate with IT System Owners and DMA teams on data integration requirements.
- Make strategic decisions regarding delivery plans resource coordination and execution strategies.
Who You Are:You are a strategic thinker who excels in managing complex projects and programs within a matrixed environment. Your strong leadership skills allow you to drive execution and alignment across diverse teams and stakeholders. You thrive in dynamic settings adept at navigating ambiguity and are committed to delivering high-impact business outcomes. Your collaborative spirit and ability to translate technical information into actionable insights make you an invaluable asset to our team.
Required Skills:
- Bachelors Degree required; preferably in computer sciences and 7 years of relevant experience in project/program management data analytics and AI initiatives.
- Masters Degree preferably in computer science and 4 years of relevant experience in project/program management data analytics and AI initiatives.
- Proficiency in Agile delivery IT service management and stakeholder communications.
- Experience in life sciences manufacturing quality supply chain labs or regulated environments.
Preferred Skills:
- Relevant certifications in Agile/Scrum SAFe PMP or IT service management.
- Experience in leading cross-functional teams in data and analytics projects.
- Familiarity with vendor coordination and outcome tracking.
- Knowledge of service governance and risk management practices.
Additional Information
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including but not limited to relevant skills & experience job location and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees and their families physical financial emotional and social well-being; including but not limited to:
- Medical Dental Vision & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver life-changing medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds cultures and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion age veteran status disability genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, ... View more