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Global Program Operations Head (GPOH) at Tango Therapeutics
Boston, MAFull-timeClinical Operations Posted about 1 month ago
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Company Overview</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Tango Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering novel drug targets and delivering the next generation of precision medicine for the treatment of cancer.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Using an approach that starts and ends with patients, Tango </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">leverages</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> the genetic principle of synthetic lethality to discover and develop therapies that take aim at critical targets in cancer.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">This includes expanding the universe of precision oncology targets into novel areas such as tumor suppressor gene loss and their contribution to the ability of cancer cells to evade immune cell killing.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">The Tango labs and offices are </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">located</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> at 201 Brookline Avenue, in the Fenway area of Boston, Massachusetts.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"><strong>Summary</strong></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">We are seeking a Global Program Operations Head</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> (GPOH)</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, reporting into the Vice President, Clinical Operations, to lead the strategic and operational execution of a portfolio of clinical </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">trials </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">within a designated disease area. This role partners cross-functionally with Clinical, Medical, Regulatory, and Operational Excellence to ensure programs are aligned with corporate goals, regulatory requirements, and operational feasibility.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">You will drive program-level strategy, oversee </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">tri</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">a</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">l </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">execution, and manage </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Contract </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Research Organizations (</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">CROs</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">)</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> and external vendors, ensuring delivery against timelines, budgets, and quality expectations. Additionally, you will lead and develop a high-performing clinical operations team while supporting governance, risk management, and </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">inspection</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> readiness in a fast-paced biotech environment.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Your Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Oversee the strategic and operational execution of a portfolio of clinical </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">trials </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">within a designated disease area</span></span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Ensure alignment with corporate goals and regulatory standards</span></span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Represent Global Clinical Operations in Global Program Teams </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">(GPTs) </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">and sub-teams, contributing to program-level strategy and operational planning</span></span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Collaborate with Medical and Regulatory Directors to ensure clinical strategies are scientifically sound, meet regulatory requirements, and are operationally </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">feasible</span></span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Partner with Operational Excellence & Clinical Compliance to align on risk assessment, trial- and site management metrics, KPIs, and KRIs</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Define and implement outsourcing strategies in partnership with the VP of Global Clinical Operations and Head of Clinical Sourcing & Contracting</span></span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Lead the selection, negotiation, contracting, and performance oversight of CROs and external vendors</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="0" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Monitor trial progress and key deliverables, guiding Clinical Trial Teams (CTTs) in execution planning, issue resolution, and risk mitigation</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Manage program and trial budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost control, and financial accountability</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Track CRO/ vendor performance using metrics, KPIs, KRIs and participate in governance meetings to address escalated issues and drive continuous improvement</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide regular updates on trial progress to internal governance bodies, including GPT and Executive Leadership Team</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support inspection readiness activities and represent the organization during Health Authority inspections</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to Clinical Trial Leaders (CTLs), Clinical Contract Managers (CTMs), Clinical Trial Specialists (CTSs), and Site Management Leader (SMLs)</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Set clear objectives, deliver ongoing feedback, and develop tailored development plans to support team growth and capability building</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning</span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You Bring</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">12+ years of trial management experience with 7+ years in leadership position</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy or related field (required). Advanced degree, e.g., MS, PharmD, PhD, MBA (preferred).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Significant experience working in global clinical development organization</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in Oncology development (preferred)</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Direct experience with health authority inspections (FDA, EMA, MHRA, etc.) incl. sponsor GCP inspections</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Significant experience in outsourcing and oversight</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expert knowledge in ICH-GCP, FDA guidelines, EU CTR and other relevant guidelines</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expert knowledge in financial planning, tracking, and reporting</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="16" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expert knowledge in risk assessment and management on program and trial-level</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="17" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Executive presence and strategic thinking on corporate-, program-, and trial-level</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="18" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong decision</span>‑<span data-contrast="auto">making and sound judgment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="19" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong leadership and interpersonal skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">High credibility with senior leadership</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":1440,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="21" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with clinical trial systems (e.g., CTMS, eTMF, EDC, IRT, eCOA) and operational metrics, KPIs, and KRIs</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":720,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="22" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willingness to travel, as required (typically 10–20%)</span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> <span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">#LI-Hybrid</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span data-contrast="auto">We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. </span><span data-contrast="auto">We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status</span></em></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$225,600</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$338,400 USD</span></div></div></div>
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