# Associate Director/Director, Program Management (Regulatory Submissions) at Kailera Therapeutics

- Company: Kailera Therapeutics
- What the company does: Kailera is a late clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing a diversified pipeline of GLP-1 therapies to provide options for people living with obesity. Backed by a16z.
- Company website: https://www.kailera.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: US-Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-05-26
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kailera/jobs/5230981008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/kailera-therapeutics-associate-director-director-program-management-regulatory-s/

## About the role

The Associate Director/Director, Program Management will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical, regulatory, non-clinical, and technical operations, to lead regional and global cross-functional teams in the planning, preparation, and delivery of compliant marketing authorization filings. This individual will oversee the development and execution of project plans from initiation to completion, ensuring the plan is completed on time, in scope, and within budget.

## What they're looking for

- 10+ years of relevant experience of project management experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry
- Strong understanding of drug development and how biotech functions integrate
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects inate-stage drug development, with experience managing global marketing authorization submissions (NDA, BLA, MAA) preferred
- Demonstrated project management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Tags: Regulatory