Director of Process Product Development
Search Masters International (SMI) is a scientific and executive search firm with an industry focus on the biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields. We have been retained by a biopharmaceutical company in the Midwest to identify a Director of Product Process Development.
The referenced company is dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of a novel class of therapies to treat cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. It has experienced extraordinary growth throughout the past few years, and is located in the midwestern portion of the US.
This individual will lead the Product Process Development group and drive the implementation of world-class processes for the development and production of the company’s biopharmaceutical and small molecule product candidates. Responsibilities include working with the management team to develop strategies for prioritizing and implementing best product process development plans and practices for the various product areas. The Director will also be responsible for developing a strategic plan and tactical methodology for scaling up production of product candidates to support clinical trials, and eventual commercialization and distribution to market. This person will be expected to help lead the negotiations with potential partners, suppliers, and technology vendors as necessary to scale up production.
Position Qualifications Include:
The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree in engineering, science, or a related field and a minimum of 10 years experience in process development and scale-up for clinical trials and commercial production. Candidates will also have demonstrated expertise in developing processes to support complex production methods, proficiency working with both large and small molecule production, and experience working with external CMO’s. The successful candidate will be hands-on, dynamic, self-motivated, and have an engineering mindset with a focus on product process development and implementing processes. The ability to work within critical timelines is essential, as are planning, communication, and leadership skills.
Interested candidates please email your resume to: career@searchmastersinternational.com
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