Associate Director, Manufacturing DSP
Core
Lead downstream processing (DSP) operations for biologics manufacturing, ensuring production readiness, execution, and delivery of life-changing therapies.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing operations leader (Associate Director)
Builds
Biologics manufacturing operations (downstream processing)
Domain
Life sciences / Biopharmaceuticals
Required skills
GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing leadership, downstream processing expertise, mammalian cell culture knowledge, team building and coaching, complex problem-solving, risk assessment, technical change management, capital project management
Preferred skills
German language proficiency
Technologies
GMP, mammalian cell culture, DSP equipment
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of process engineers and manufacturing professionals; Take ownership of operational performance within the DSP manufacturing area; Drive resolution of manufacturing challenges and complex production issues; Provide leadership for risk assessments, workplace inspections, and compliance activities; Represent the DSP organization during customer interactions, audits, and regulatory inspections; Contribute to capital investment projects including facility design and equipment commissioning
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC