Director, Analytical External Capabilities, Validation & Compliance (ECVC)

Job Description

Job Description: Director (M3), Analytical External Capabilities, Validation & Compliance (ECVC).

The selected candidate will work in the Analytical Research & Development (AR&D) department within the Development Sciences and Clinical Supplies (DSCS) organization and lead a group of exceptionally talented scientists supporting externalized analytical deliverables for Biologic programs at various stages of development. The scope of the role will include realization of the AR&D externalization strategy, driving a culture of scientific and operational excellence within our team and at our external partners, and developing talent to achieve exceptional results. The selected candidate will manage a team of ~15 scientists and manage a broad portfolio of Biologics and Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) programs. The leader will be expected to demonstrate subject matter expertise across Biologics analytical method development and work with internal stakeholders to ensure a diverse external network exists to compliment internal capacity and capability. The candidate will also partner with Bioprocess, Quality, and interdivisional stakeholders to grow our relationships with selected vendors by leveraging our company’s ways of working and transform them into strategic partners. The leader will be expected to work with direct reports and leverage their strengths to drive results while identifying opportunities to further develop each individual in alignment with their unique development plan. This role represents an excellent opportunity for a leader seeking to lead a team of talented scientists, provide oversight to multiple programs, operate at the interface of clinical supply and commercialization, and broaden their experience in Biologics development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Execution of AR&D’s externalization strategy and optimization of the operating model to deliver results aligned with enterprise goals.

• Oversee analytical development for all API and drug product deliverables sited at selected external partners including analytical method qualifications/transfers, technical oversight, and resolution of analytical issues.

• Oversee analytical capability build at selected external partners by identifying focus areas that support our company's current and future pipeline and working closely with internal SMEs to upskill external partners.

• Partner with internal AR&D stakeholders to ensure external capabilities and capacity are available to assure continuity of clinical supply and support registration targets.

• Ensure high quality documentation from external partners consistent with a compliance mindset.

Education Minimum Requirements:

• A Ph.D. degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience

• OR a Master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience

• OR a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 15 years of experience

Preferred Experience & Skills: 

• Outstanding communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills.

• Project management experience including resource management, budget forecasting, and risk assessment/mitigation planning.

• Comfort with working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Strong knowledge of Biologics CMC landscape including knowledge of GMP and relevant HA guidelines.

• Experience with a wide variety of analytical methods, including biochemical and/or biophysical characterization.

• Demonstrated track record of working across networks to deliver exceptional results aligned with program timelines.

• Travel (Domestic and/or International) up to 20% of time.

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