Manager, CMC Project Management - Remote

Overview

Loyal is a clinical-stage veterinary medicine company developing drugs intended to extend the lifespan and healthspan of dogs. Our mission is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives.

We’ve already achieved significant milestones on our path to earning FDA approval for the first lifespan extension drug for any species. We have three products in our pipeline and are on track for FDA conditional approval within the next year.

Loyal is a well-funded startup in growth mode. Our team includes scientists, veterinarians, engineers, operators, and creatives. This role will play a key role in supporting our growth strategies.

This role will report to the Director of CMC, Project Management.

In Short

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional CMC project teams across the full product lifecycle—from development to pre-commercialization.
• Serve as a key liaison between CMC, Program Management, and cross-functional stakeholders to align project strategy, timelines, and deliverables.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project status, risk identification, and resolution strategies.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project plans, timelines, and key interdependencies using appropriate tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Gantt Charts).
• Manage multiple CMC projects to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget, providing visibility when milestones are at risk.
• Support and represent CMC functions in project teams; coordinate deliverables across formulation, analytical, manufacturing, regulatory, quality, supply chain and full program team members.
• Proactively identify and escalate risks, delays, and scope changes to senior leadership; propose actionable mitigation plans.
• Partner with CMC leadership to drive resolution and manage contingency planning.
• Ensure accurate budgeting and financial tracking; communicate budget variances to Finance and Executive leadership.
• Contribute to long-range planning and resourcing for CMC projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred. PMP Certification ideal, although not required.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in project management (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proven experience with drug substance and drug product development and commercialization, with a focus on oral solid dosage forms. Experience with other dosage forms is ideal.
• Deep understanding of CMC processes across development stages and regulatory expectations.
• Strong grasp of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Gantt charts, Smartsheet, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Proficient in Google Suite preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and risk-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey technical and strategic information across organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, anticipate challenges, and proactively develop solutions.
• Commitment to quality, integrity, and ethical conduct in pharmaceutical R&D and commercialization.

Benefits

• Full-coverage health insurance — medical, dental and vision — for you and your dependents
• $1,000 home office equipment stipend
• $1,200/year learning budget for books, courses, etc.
• $250/month wellness budget for gym, cleaners, spa, food, etc.
• All 3-day weekends are turned into 4-day weekends 🎉
• Unlimited vacation and paid holidays
• Paw-ternity leave — adopt a dog and get a day off with your new family member 🐶
• Annual company retreat at beautiful locations across the country (recently: Tahoe, Cape Cod)
• Competitive salary
• Company equity options grant for new hires