Project Lead I - Lake Forest, United States - Alcon

Alcon

Verified Company

Lake Forest, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon and we are looking to hire a Project Lead I to join our team in Lake Forest, CA who will be responsible for planning, development, execution, management of the assigned projects to achieve strategic and operational objectivesAccountabilities
Based on GFT driven portfolio strategy, Project Lead I is responsible for planning, development, execution, management of the assigned Projects to achieve strategic and operational objective set up by Portfolio Head and/or Lead of R&D Surgical area of the assigned project.
This role will partner with Management/PPM to determine and communicate project execution strategy for assigned projects, including regular status update communication strategy.
The Project Lead will work with Portfolio Head, Leads of Functional areas, internal/external stakeholders, play a leadership role developing and foster collaborative relationships
Support Development in interactions with external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, Scientific advisory boards, internal stakeholders (e.g., Research, Exploratory Development, Global Clinical & Medical Affairs, Marketing etc.), and internal governance
Ensure all functions supporting the project team are adequately resourced.
Elevate issues to Lead of Projects and or Senior Management
Accountable for developing realistic project budget forecasts and timely flagging of budget variations with rationale
Based on Complexity of project or based on where project is in development timelines, Project Lead I can be responsible for 1 or 2 or more projects.
Management of small to medium scale projects in compliance with Stage-Gate process.
Project Lead is expected to be a project driver and have a good understanding of science in the assigned therapeutic area. Needs to have a solid sense of urgency
Strong project management, interpersonal, communication, negotiation and problemsolving skills.
Considerable organization awareness (e.g., interrelationship of departments, business priorities), including significant experience working crossfunctionally and in global teams.

Key Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English 7 Years of Relevant Experience

Travel Requirements: 5-10%- Relocation assistance: yes- Sponsorship available: no

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We offer a combination of fixed pay and variable pay, which includes short-term incentives, and long-term incentives for eligible population.

Our benefits program provides security for life events through life and disability insurance, supports savings for retirement, promotes good health and well-being and supports associates and their families during times of illness.

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Pay Range

$146, $219,240.00

Pay Frequency

Annual