Director, Technical Operations
Core
Provide global technical leadership for manufacturing operations, ensuring scalable, compliant, and cost-effective processes across the biopharma supply chain.
Role type
Director, Technical Operations (Manufacturing Science)
Builds
Global manufacturing network, scalable bioprocessing solutions, and compliant product lifecycles
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Life Sciences Manufacturing
Required skills
Bioprocessing, cell culture media, GMP, validation, technology transfer, process engineering, change control, regulatory compliance, cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or Life Sciences, experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology manufacturing
Technologies
GMP, validation protocols, change control systems, manufacturing execution systems
Responsibilities
Lead global technical operations strategy, oversee process scale-up and technology transfer, establish global manufacturing standards, improve process capability and yield, govern technical changes, support new product introductions, build high-performing technical teams
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management