Senior Manager, BioPartnering Program Management

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives.

We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do.

But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Position Summary
The Senior Manager, BioPartnering Program Management position is intended to support new product launch program management activities across internal Caris BioPartnering (CBP) stakeholders and external teams with whom CBP interfaces. This individual will be a key member of the CBP team and will act as the primary liaison between all core team and matrix team members spanning BioPartnering, Alliances, technical operations/IT, translational informatics, legal, and other functions as needed.
 

Job Responsibilities

• Core Team new product launch program manager for CBP initiatives across Dx, Data, Enterprise and Discovery units.
• Facilitates program reviews with both internal and external stakeholders on a routine basis. Acts as the primary contact for program updates and activities with relation to timeline, cost, and business need.
• Directs project team from program inception to completion of final deliverables. Aligns business needs to workstream deliverables from a cost, timeline, and technical performance perspective.
• This candidate will be responsible for organizing and running all new product launch working group meetings for the various business units within CBP. This role will provide end-to-end support for all scoping and risk analysis activities for all matrix team members. Primary responsibilities will include communication of prioritization, organization of all team activities, escalation of any potential roadblocks, and detailed tracking to organizational goals.
• Responsible for milestone deployment and adherence/reporting for program deliverables. Responsible for mitigating timeline risks with novel solutions involving reallocation of resourcing or prioritization of deliverables to support company objectives.
• Work independently, handle multiple projects in parallel, and communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Communicate, document and archive project team activities and decisions.
• Conducts proactive risk management: communication of needs, mitigation plans, and requirements relevant to internal/external stakeholders.
• Build high morale and team commitment to goals and objectives by creating a compelling sense of common purpose and direction.
• Employ innovative ways to resolve problems in a highly dynamic environment.
   

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of work experience in a project management or alliance management role.
• Minimum of BS and/or MS in Molecular Biology, Genetics or Engineering.
• Must be able to organize and identify project roadblocks to effectively deliver program milestones and meet established timeframes.
• The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate successful facilitation, organizational, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in program management skills and principles, including scope, schedule, resource, and risk management.
• Ability to highlight issues to senior leaders, drive consensus and forge solutions.
• Fluency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs including Excel (Forms, Formulas, Functions, Pivot Tables and Graphs), Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS Project. Salesforce familiarity also a plus.
• Strong communication skills are required. Effective communication both verbally and in writing to both internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and develop cooperative working relationships with high level Company management and outside business associates. Experience collaborating & negotiating with managers and executives.
• Competently represent the Business and business interests at professional and other business functions. Maintain confidentiality according to company policy.
• Demonstrated strength at thriving in highly ambiguous and evolving environments, as well as high profile, urgent situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of 2 years of experience in oncology-based roles.
• Advanced degree preferred (MBA/Ph.D.)

Physical Demands

• Will work at a computer most of the time, with some time spent collaborating with subject matter experts and business group leaders either in person or through remote conferencing.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• This position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• At times may be required to work weekends/holidays.

Annual Hiring Range

$140,000 - $170,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Description of Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Health Savings Account for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Flexible Spending Account to pay for certain out-of-pocket expenses
• Paid time off, including: vacation, sick time and holidays
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Tuition Assistance

Conditions of Employment:  Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.