Effective Project Management in Pharmaceutical and Biotech Drug Development

Project managers play a crucial role in the coordination of efforts in drug development, bringing together cross-functional teams to drive projects forward efficiently. This comprehensive guide provides practical insights and expert advice for project managers in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, helping them to create an effective team structure and environment.

The Role of Project Managers in Drug Development

Throughout the various stages of drug development, project managers must work closely with key interfaces, including clinical development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, clinical pharmacology, and biostatistics. This book details the essential tools, techniques, and methodologies required to navigate each stage successfully.

Best Practices and Techniques for Project Management

This book provides the most up-to-date and effective best practices, techniques, and methodologies in project management, incorporating the authors’ recent experience with improved tactics and technologies/software at various stages of drug development. It covers key aspects such as:

• Frequently used techniques and methodologies in project management
• Essential tools and software for project managers
• Templates and timelines for critical paths from development to commercialization

A Valuable Resource for Project Managers and Non-Project Managers Alike

Whether you’re an entry-level or advanced-level project manager, or a non-project manager from another function, this book provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the complexities of drug development. Its diverse audience includes professionals from clinical development, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, clinical pharmacology, and biostatistics.

This comprehensive guide also has the potential to be used as a textbook on relevant courses, making it an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike.

Published by CRC Press on December 29, 2022, this book is available in English and can be identified by its ISBN numbers: 9781032126685 and 9781000828436.