Associate Director, Biotherapeutic Production and Characterization
Core
Lead a scientific team to design, produce, and characterize complex protein therapeutics (antigens, membrane proteins) using biological engineering, automation, and data-enabled discovery to support discovery and early development.
Role type
Senior IC Associate Director (Biotherapeutic Production & Characterization)
Builds
Novel protein modalities, assay-ready reagents, and scalable production workflows for clinical-stage programs.
Domain
Biotechnology / Protein Science / Generative Biology
Required skills
Protein expression (mammalian, bacterial, cell-free), purification methods, analytical characterization, construct design & optimization, team leadership, CRO/vendor management, resource planning, automation implementation
Preferred skills
Multispecific antibody experience, site-specific labeling, AI/ML-enabled tools, advanced judgment for complex scientific problems
Technologies
Automation platforms, AI/ML tools, chromatography systems, data analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end production workflows, drive innovation for difficult antigens, establish quality standards, manage portfolio planning and external partnerships, lead team development and culture, represent the function on cross-functional teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities