We are seeking an experienced and strategic Pipeline & Portfolio Lead to join our R&D Strategy division. In this senior role, you will be responsible for the success of assigned R&D programs, ensuring timely delivery, cross-functional alignment, and commercial readiness. You will provide scientific and technical leadership across program teams, while driving innovation, strategic development, and organizational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our R&D pipeline and contribute to bringing life-changing biologic medicines to patients worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive the success of assigned R&D programs, ensuring adherence to governance, strategy, and timelines
Provide scientific and technical oversight across key functions (CMC, clinical, regulatory, manufacturing, quality, etc.)
Partner with Program Managers and Program Teams to foster cross-functional support and collaboration
Actively engage with commercial partners, supporting due diligence processes and sharing program timelines
Define program vision, development strategies, and ensure operational implementation aligned with regulatory and market requirements
Contribute to reporting and KPI tracking for R&D leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Lead innovation efforts and provide strategic guidance to enable commercial success of programs
Serve as a member of the Technical Review Board and contribute to organizational policies and procedures
Mentor, coach, and support employees across the function, fostering talent development and growth
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of experience in the biologics/pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on project/program management
Proven ability to lead cross-functional medicine development teams and challenge strategic plans and deliverables
Broad understanding of multiple medicine development areas (e.g., regulatory, CMC, clinical, market access, business development)
Strong leadership skills with experience in coaching and mentoring multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with both scientific and business stakeholders
Training in project management methodology and best practices is an advantage
What we offer:
An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives.
The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company.
An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion.
Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment.
Support for personal growth and internal career development.
Why Alvotech
At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologics. We’re purpose-driven and committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages curiosity, ingenuity and simplicity. We want our employees to feel inspired in their careers, challenged by interesting and meaningful work and empowered to succeed in an agile environment.
True to our Icelandic roots, we also believe that integrity, gender equality, and fairness are foundational. We strive to bring together the brightest minds regardless of backgrounds and beliefs, to deliver to our partners and patients around the world. Let’s create a healthier world together, through affordable biologic medicines.