Sr Project Manager
About this role
Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Job Title: Senior Project Manager Life Sciences (R&D)
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the effective coordination and facilitation of cross-functional R&D project team meetings, ensuring clear agendas, structured preparation, and timely documentation of decisions and actions to maintain momentum and alignment.
- Develop and manage global, integrated cross-functional project plans by identifying key deliverables, mapping interdependencies, driving alignment and accountability, coordinating project-level budget and resource forecasting, managing procurement activities, monitoring timelines, identifying risks and issues, and ensuring proactive follow-up on actions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create, organize, and continuously optimize project plans and timelines, while executing R&D project and portfolio management processes related to prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management.
- Proactively identify constraints, risks, and conflicts that may impact scope, budget, or timelines, and work closely with internal teams, senior management, and external business partners to develop sustainable solutions and ensure contractual deliverables are met.
- Key Requirements & Qualifications
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience within pharmaceutical, life sciences, or a related regulated industry, combined with at least 5 years of leadership or management experience in complex environments.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience in drug development project management, supporting functions such as Research, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, or Clinical Development sub-teams, with strong knowledge of the drug development lifecycle.
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution, supported by strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, and the confidence to interface effectively with all organizational levels.
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written), financial and resource planning expertise, and hands-on experience with project management tools such as Planisware, MS Project, MS Teams, Smartsheet, or PowerBI. You are self-directed, process-oriented, and recognized for your creativity and foresight in solving complex project challenges.
- Why Join Galderma in Uppsala?
- Our site in Uppsala is Galderma’s Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics — home to over 800 professionals working across R&D, manufacturing, clinical development, and marketing, all under one roof.
- You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team where science meets application.
About Galderma
Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. Job Description As Senior Project Manager Life Sciences (R&D), you will work in close partnership with Program Franchise Head(s) and cross-functional project team members to establish and maintain integrated project plans and budgets. You will organize and lead structured project team meetings, foster transparent communication, and coordinate activities across multiple functional areas. You are accountable for driving the operational execution of project plans — both internally and in collaboration with external partners — ensuring that strategic objectives are translated into timely, high-quality deliverables.