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CorDx

Program Director

CorDx, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Overview CorDx is a multinational biotech organization focused on pushing the limits of innovation and supply in global health. With over 2,100 employees across the world, CorDx delivers rapid testing and point-of-care medical device solutions used in the detection of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, pregnancy, drugs of abuse, biomarkers, and more. CorDx is at the cutting edge of technology, artificial intelligence, and data science with the goal of delivering diagnostic solutions to some of the most critical questions in healthcare.

Job Details

Job Type: Full time

Job Title: Program Director

Location: Onsite - Atlanta/San Diego

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional program teams across R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Quality, Operations, and Commercial to deliver IVD/diagnostic products from feasibility to launch

Develop and manage detailed program plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation

Serve as the primary point of contact for program status, risk assessment, and issue resolution

Drive strategic alignment across stakeholders and ensure program goals are met in accordance with company objectives

Track key milestones and prepare executive-level reporting on program performance and progress

Facilitate effective communication across internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners

Ensure programs meet regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) and support submission readiness

Manage program governance, including steering committee meetings and stage gate reviews

Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure timelines and deliverables are met

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree (MS, PhD, or MBA) preferred

8-10+ years of experience in the biotech, diagnostics, or medical device industry, with a focus on IVD product development

5+ years of program/project management experience in a regulated environment

Strong knowledge of regulatory pathways, quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485), and clinical development for IVDs

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs with multiple stakeholders

Life Science/ IVD industry experience preferred

PMP certification or formal training in project/program management strongly preferred

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Comfortable in a fast-paced organization with evolving priorities

Preferred Skills & Competencies

Experience with global product launches and managing distributed teams

Familiarity with Agile and/or Stage-Gate development methodologies

Prior experience working with external partners and managing outsourced development/manufacturing

Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company contributions

Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy

Additional substantial benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, color, marital status, veteran status, disability status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.

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