Meetings & Project Support Associate, Global Project Management

Company: Daiichi Sankyo
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: July 19, 2025

Job Description:

Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting! Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders. Responsibilities: Supports positions from Director through Vice President, as needed, and in so doing will provide direct assistance to the project teams, committees and the department/function. Attend GPT meetings and assist in creation of drafts of presentations, meeting agendas and action items. Utilizes independent judgment and makes decisions in responding to questions related to assigned matters, processes, and procedures as applicable. Has in-depth knowledge of company policies related to assigned areas. Identify and implement projects or process improvements with general supervision, for example, more efficient ways of working within GPM&L or on a project team, enhanced collaboration tools, etc. Schedule and implement on-site/off-site & virtual meetings, (e.g., Project Team, Alliance, Ad hoc, Steering committee, Ad board, workshops, Investigator & Governance meetings). This includes, but is not limited to, the following: scheduling of meetings and logistics, creating meeting agendas, work directly with cross-function teams & Corporate IT to ensure telepresence and logistics are arranged prior to the meeting and maintained to ensure smooth conduct of the meetings. Responsible for accurate and timely processing of all business requests for project team. Support Directors through Vice President, as requested, with a strong commitment to confidentiality and handling of sensitive documents and project information. Assist with GPM&L department-initiated meetings and/or trainings (as assigned). GDP training, GPM&L Project Review Meeting, GPM&L Staff Meeting, GPM&L Records Management Training, etc. Prepare agenda and assist in management of monthly meetings. Maintain Outlook GPM&L member lists. Coordinate and attend GPM&L team building activities. Directly support GPT & GPM across all indications for designated assets. Assist in updating Project & Portfolio Management Integrator (PPMI) and project timelines. Manage, administer & maintain SharePoint site including access to GPT and CSST meeting materials and master documents. Working with outside vendors such as key opinion leaders, assist with developing contracts and scheduling meetings with KOLs in conjunction with meeting & events group. Manage the Programs & Grants Committee (PGC) approval process; establish KOL contracts and keep records in accordance with DS policies and procedures. Conduct other projects as assigned within, or by, Global Project Management & Leadership group. Qualifications: Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation. Education: High School Diploma Bachelor's Degree or a related area is preferred, or equivalent years of work-related experience considered in lieu of a degree required Experience: 7 or More Years 8 years of prior experience as a project administrator or similar role in a pharmaceutical drug development environment required Travel: Ability to travel up to 5% Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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