Project Manager in Revana Therapeutics Belfast United kingdom

Pharmaceuticalcarrier; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job description

Position Title: Program/Project Manager

Reports to: CEO

Department: R&D Location Belfast, Northern Ireland
Issue Date January 2023

Introduction
Re-Vana Therapeutics, founded in 2016 and incorporated in both the U.K. and U.S., is a spin-out
from Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) Northern Ireland. We are developing innovative and
proprietary biodegradable sustained-release technologies for the delivery of biologics and small
molecules drugs, with a focus on ophthalmic indications.
Our value proposition is the ability to develop “customized” sustained-release implants capable of
delivering both biologics and small molecules for as long as 6 months or more, thus reducing the
frequency of ocular injections and reducing or eliminating the need for topical eye drops. The
sustained delivery of biologic drugs is recognized as one of the major unmet needs within
ophthalmology. Currently, ophthalmic biologic drugs represent a $14B market worldwide with growth
projections reaching more than $22B by 2024.
Our dual strategy includes the internal development of sustained-release therapeutics alongside the
development of external strategic collaborations with major pharmaceutical partners. To date, Re-Vana has achieved significant progress and global awareness, raising seed money in 2017, a pre-Series A in 2020, and a Series A in 2022 that included leading U.S. Ophthalmic and U.K. Venture
Capital Investors. We have been awarded two significant Innovate U.K. government grants for the
development of sustained-release ocular biologics. In 2022, we were awarded the prestigious
Ophthalmic Innovation Summit Retina Award for “Drug Delivery Innovation” and the Belfast
Chamber “Business Innovation” company of the year. In addition, Re-Vana has established a
compelling Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) that includes global ophthalmic opinion leaders.
We are seeking to further strengthen the team by hiring a full-time, Program Manager to develop and
manage an internal Project Management system within the company.
The successful candidate will be a key member of the Belfast-based team. Reporting to the CEO,
he/she will work extensively with the COO, CTO, and the internal scientific team.
This is an outstanding opportunity to help build and contribute significantly to the strategic success of
a well-capitalized, highly innovative startup company within a multibillion-dollar market potential.

Description of Role:
To Project Manage the non-clinical product development and strategic collaboration programs in
support of the company’s strategic plan. Prepare and provide strategic and tactical planning models,
advice, and direction to the scientific team to deliver all agreed technical and therapeutic programs
on time, supporting the R&D team to achieve set objectives.

Responsibilities:

1. Overall responsibility for internal non-clinical and strategic collaboration programs to ensure high
   quality products are developed in alignment with strategic goals, industry best practices, and
   regulatory requirements and guidance.
2. Management of appointed CDMO(s) for development of combination drug/medical device(s).
3. Develop and manage department-level budgets and product development timelines.
4. Contribute technical and industry knowledge to the scientific and senior management team
   working to develop strategic plans for product and portfolio development, applying technical and
   industry knowledge.
5. Evaluate trends and technologies within polymer-based biodegradable drug delivery therapeutics
   materials, and process technology that potentially address unmet clinical needs for new
   programs and/or product development challenges for existing programs.
6. Develop R&D and Operations reports for senior management and Board members.
7. Work with Re-Vana leadership to develop a pro-active, team-oriented culture.
8. Develop and mentor scientific team members to be empowered and continually improve
   performance and achieve personal development goals.
9. Apply scientific, therapeutic, and technical knowledge of drug/device combination product
   industry to assist the company in the development of new products and enhancements to existing
   products.
10. Contribute to the intellectual property of the company via invention and patent applications.
11. Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining
    compliance with the Company’s quality policies and procedures.
12. Other activities to support the Company in meeting its operational, strategic, and financial goals.

Requirements:

1. B.Sc. in science or engineering discipline (MS or PhD preferred).
2. At least 5 years of progressively responsible positions in product development of medical
   devices, pharmaceutical products, and/or drug/device combination products.
3. 5+ years of prior project management experience.
4. Able to work effectively within the confines of a regulated, quality-system driven, FDA-monitored
   combination product environment required.
5. Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and time management skills.
6. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of professionals, backgrounds, and perspectives.
7. Solid knowledge and background in the design & development of drug delivery technologies and
   medical devices from concept to commercialization strongly preferred.
8. Experience with drug/device combination product and polymers strongly preferred.
9. Product development program/project management from concept to commercialization preferred.
10. Experience managing local and virtual teams.

Additional:
Remuneration to be based on a fixed salary, bonus, and stock options relevant to a startup
organization.

Contact:
Please send an updated CV with supporting letter to
Michael O’Rourke CEO
[e-mail]