Director, Program Team Lead
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Irvine, California, US
The Director, Program Team Lead (PTL) provides strategic and cross-functional leadership for one or more development programs at Tarsus.
Job description
About the Role The Director, Program Team Lead (PTL) provides strategic and cross-functional leadership for one or more development programs at Tarsus. In this role, you will serve as a strategic leader responsible for integrating development, regulatory, commercial, and operational perspectives to maximize long-term molecule value. You will lead a cross-functional Program Team to define and execute an integrated molecule strategy aligned with corporate priorities, ensuring programs advance with clarity, discipline, and strong decision-making. This role requires the ability to navigate scientific and business considerations while driving alignment across matrixed teams and senior leadership. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments, exercises strong judgment under uncertainty, and enjoys driving clarity and impact across complex cross-functional initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the evolution of program leadership at Tarsus while advancing innovative therapies for patients. Let’s talk about some of the key responsibilities of the role: - Lead the cross-functional Program Team to define and execute an integrated molecule str...