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The Program Director, Lupus will be responsible for significant elements of program strategy and cross-functional execution. This individual, accountable to the PDC Lead as part of Global Product Strategy & Commercialization organization, partners with the PDC Lead to drive cross-functional, long range asset strategy and oversee its implementation. The Program Director will lead strategic initiatives including development of the disease area strategic plan and the lifecycle management process while managing the day-to-day operations of the PDC team. They will work closely with a diverse set of cross-functional partners and provide leadership within the cross-functional asset team.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the day-to-day operations of a Lupus PDC team including create, track, and update monthly PDC Dashboards, Action Log and Risk Registry; Drive program goal planning and execution including identification of key strategic issues and decisions; Manage team agendas and meetings in collaboration with PDC Lead
- Support a Lupus PDC team in preparation for successful launches of our asset and lead relevant PDC sub-teams (LCM, device, etc.) to develop strategies for maximizing the asset in the short and long term
- Lead the Lupus PDC communication team to ensure effective execution of communication priorities and plan; update monthly and quarterly asset reports
- Support the PDC lead in the process for development of the Lupus disease area strategic plan in close collaboration with the PDC lead
- Be responsible for issue identification, resolution, and escalation. Drive scenario planning to inform current and upcoming actions and to communicate with internal stakeholders
- Engage cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, PO&T/Manufacturing, Regulatory, Drug Safety, R&D, and Medical to ensure alignment, and facilitate communication across company - may lead additional cross-functional workstreams across multiple disease areas as needed to support the team
- Support the PDC lead in the creation of a high performing team, including measurement of PDC team health, after-action reviews, ensuring diversity of thought in problem solving, driving meeting hygiene, optimizing team processes and decision making
Who You Are
You are a high-impact, hands-on leader who enjoys and has experience integrating cross-functional considerations into strategic initiatives, team decisions, and work products. You appreciate learning about the work of team members, hearing multiple perspectives, and coalescing information into a cohesive and actionable set of next steps.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree preferred
- 10+ years in drug development and/or commercialization
- Prior commercial or development experience on late-stage drug programs (Phase 3 pivotal readout preparation and US product launch)
- Demonstrated strong analytical and leadership skills, including creative, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to rapidly identify key priorities, align strategic and tactical plans, and motivate cross-functional teams
- Outstanding relationship building and communication skills, including ability to navigate throughout the organization and with individuals at all levels
- Strong project leadership (scoping project goals, stakeholder planning, etc.) and project management skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience in multi-indication Immunology commercialization and/or life cycle management, scientific communications or medical writing background, experience in corporate governance processes strongly preferred
- Experience establishing and managing highly effective external collaborations, including familiarity with contractual, financial and compliance considerations
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $196,000.00-$270,000.00
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 $10,000 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 on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
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.
About this Role
The Program Director, Lupus will be responsible for significant elements of program strategy and cross-functional execution. This individual, accountable to the PDC Lead as part of Global Product Strategy & Commercialization organization, partners with the PDC Lead to drive cross-functional, long range asset strategy and oversee its implementation. The Program Director will lead strategic initiatives including development of the disease area strategic plan and the lifecycle management process while managing the day-to-day operations of the PDC team. They will work closely with a diverse set of cross-functional partners and provide leadership within the cross-functional asset team.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the day-to-day operations of a Lupus PDC team including create, track, and update monthly PDC Dashboards, Action Log and Risk Registry; Drive program goal planning and execution including identification of key strategic issues and decisions; Manage team agendas and meetings in collaboration with PDC Lead
- Support a Lupus PDC team in preparation for successful launches of our asset and lead relevant PDC sub-teams (LCM, device, etc.) to develop strategies for maximizing the asset in the short and long term
- Lead the Lupus PDC communication team to ensure effective execution of communication priorities and plan; update monthly and quarterly asset reports
- Support the PDC lead in the process for development of the Lupus disease area strategic plan in close collaboration with the PDC lead
- Be responsible for issue identification, resolution, and escalation. Drive scenario planning to inform current and upcoming actions and to communicate with internal stakeholders
- Engage cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, PO&T/Manufacturing, Regulatory, Drug Safety, R&D, and Medical to ensure alignment, and facilitate communication across company - may lead additional cross-functional workstreams across multiple disease areas as needed to support the team
- Support the PDC lead in the creation of a high performing team, including measurement of PDC team health, after-action reviews, ensuring diversity of thought in problem solving, driving meeting hygiene, optimizing team processes and decision making
Who You Are
You are a high-impact, hands-on leader who enjoys and has experience integrating cross-functional considerations into strategic initiatives, team decisions, and work products. You appreciate learning about the work of team members, hearing multiple perspectives, and coalescing information into a cohesive and actionable set of next steps.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree preferred
- 10+ years in drug development and/or commercialization
- Prior commercial or development experience on late-stage drug programs (Phase 3 pivotal readout preparation and US product launch)
- Demonstrated strong analytical and leadership skills, including creative, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to rapidly identify key priorities, align strategic and tactical plans, and motivate cross-functional teams
- Outstanding relationship building and communication skills, including ability to navigate throughout the organization and with individuals at all levels
- Strong project leadership (scoping project goals, stakeholder planning, etc.) and project management skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience in multi-indication Immunology commercialization and/or life cycle management, scientific communications or medical writing background, experience in corporate governance processes strongly preferred
- Experience establishing and managing highly effective external collaborations, including familiarity with contractual, financial and compliance considerations
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $196,000.00-$270,000.00
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 $10,000 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 on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Program Director
Map your degree to Program Director duties
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field aligns with the role's core functions. A Program Director overseeing clinical trials needs a health sciences or public health background, not just any bachelor's degree. Document how your coursework directly supports the program scope in your offer letter.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Program Director roles by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for this title. LCA history confirms an employer understands the sponsorship process, not just that they're open to it.
Verify prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Look up the Level II or Level III wage for your SOC code and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing the floor protects you from underpaid offers that could delay certification.
Clarify the employer's filing timeline upfront
Program Director roles often involve a long onboarding process. Confirm whether your employer plans to file for the October 1 cap start date or use cap-exempt status if they're a nonprofit or university. A misaligned timeline can leave you in a 60-day grace period with no petition filed.
Document multi-site program scope precisely
If your Program Director role covers multiple locations, your employer must file a separate LCA for each worksite where you'll spend a meaningful amount of time. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize multi-location H-1B petitions, so your job description should specify each site and the corresponding program responsibilities.
Check your O*NET profile for specialty occupation support
The O*NET profile for Program Director occupations lists the education and knowledge requirements adjudicators reference. Pull the specific knowledge domains and typical entry-level requirements from O*NET and confirm they match what your employer states in the H-1B petition support letter.
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Does a Program Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS defines a specialty occupation as one that normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. Program Director positions typically require degrees in public health, education, business administration, or a field directly tied to the program's subject matter. Generic management experience alone won't satisfy the requirement. Your employer's support letter must connect the specific program scope to your degree field.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Program Director roles most often?
Healthcare systems, universities, research institutions, and large nonprofits are among the most active H-1B sponsors for Program Director titles because many already operate as cap-exempt employers under INA Section 214(c)(3)(B). Tech companies and government contractors also sponsor frequently. You can filter by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate, which surfaces that data directly from DOL filings.
What happens to my H-1B petition if the program I'm directing gets restructured or defunded?
If your position is eliminated or your duties change substantially, your H-1B status may be affected because the petition is tied to the specific role and employer described in the approved petition. Your employer must notify USCIS of material changes. You have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new sponsor or change status. Document your original job duties carefully so any post-restructuring changes are easy to identify.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Program Director role if the position is fully remote?
Yes, but the LCA must list each location where you'll perform work. For fully remote roles, your home address is typically listed as the worksite, and the prevailing wage requirement applies to that location's wage level. If you move to a different metropolitan area, your employer needs to file an amended LCA and potentially an amended H-1B petition. Confirm this process with your employer before accepting a remote offer.
How do I know if a Program Director job posting actually leads to H-1B sponsorship?
Job postings that mention visa sponsorship vary widely in accuracy. The most reliable signal is an employer's prior LCA filing history for this specific title, which is public DOL data. Postings that say 'will sponsor for the right candidate' often involve employers unfamiliar with the full cost and timeline. Confirming the employer has filed H-1B petitions for Program Director roles before before engaging saves significant time.
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