Head of Projects

Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life‑changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical‑stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor‑targeted drugs can play a transformational role. Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle‑targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting‑edge science in disease spaces that are historically under‑addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn. Summary of Position We are seeking a high‑impact Head of Projects & Strategic Partnerships to work directly with the SVP EMEA GM and the leadership team. This unique, hybrid role is designed for a strategic thinker who can drive execution, streamline cross‑functional projects, and cultivate key external relationships. You’ll wear multiple hats—serving as a thought partner to leadership, ensuring alignment across departments, overseeing high‑priority initiatives, and identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic partnerships. Key Responsibilities - Act as a trusted advisor to the SVP EMEA GM and leadership team, facilitating decision‑making and strategic planning. - Drive organizational alignment and accountability across departments. - Prepare briefing materials, board decks, investor updates, business cases and internal communications. - Lead or support special projects and initiatives, often acting as a force multiplier for the executive team. - Serve as a liaison between leadership and internal/external stakeholders. Project Management Responsibilities - Plan, coordinate, and monitor cross‑functional projects from concept to completion. - Implement project management tools, frameworks, and best practices to improve visibility and efficiency. - Track key deliverables, risks, and milestones, ensuring accountability and timely execution. - Partner with market access, medical affairs, PV, compliance, R&D, clinical, regulatory, and business teams to align project timelines and resource needs. - Set up needed infrastructure such as market research framework, review / approval of promotional materials, medical information, pharmacovigilance operations, approval of events (peer to peer / sponsorships / speaker bureaus etc.) - Build infrastructure on complete 360 customer relationship management tool, incentive compensation structure and country operations efficiency tracking in general - Define EMEA KPIs and track them - EMEA input in market research - Contribute to company risk charter from an EMEA perspective - Oversight of company scorecard and drive/track EMEA elements Strategic Partnership Responsibilities - Identify, evaluate, and cultivate partnerships with academic institutions, biotech/pharma companies, distributors and other stakeholders. - Support deal negotiations, contract management, and relationship nurturing. - Represent the company in partner meetings such as joint steering committees and external forums. - Monitor partnership performance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. Candidate Requirements - Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MS in life sciences) preferred. - 10+ years of experience in biotech, life sciences, or healthcare, with demonstrated success in at least two of the following: strategic operations, project management, business development, or partnerships. - Strong understanding of biotech R&D, commercialization, or clinical development processes. - Proven ability to manage complex projects and influence cross‑functional teams. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. - Comfort with ambiguity, adaptability, and a bias for action in a startup environment. Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr