Associate Director of Drug Substance Technology Transfer
Location: Cork- (Hybrid)
Overview:
We are partnering with our client to find a skilled Associate Director of Drug Substance Technology Transfer, with extensive drug substance experience, to lead and develop a high-performing Tech Transfer team at their growing facility. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide technical leadership, drive strategic execution, and foster team development to ensure excellence in drug substance manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead small molecule drug substance technology transfer activities across internal and external manufacturing networks.
* Oversee process characterisation, engineering, and regulatory support for small molecule drug substance projects.
* Serve as the primary interface between Manufacturing Operations and the Drug Substance Technology team.
* Recruit, develop, and lead a team of scientists and engineers focused on small molecule drug substance.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver the product pipeline and commercialisation strategies.
* Provide technical expertise during GMP audits and resolve technical challenges using root cause analysis tools.
Experience and Skills:
* 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on small molecule drug substance technology transfer.
* Proven expertise in scaling and commercialising small molecule drug substance processes.
* Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
* Experience with CAPA, FMEA, and RCA in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline required.
* Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) preferred.
Travel:
* 20-30% within Europe.
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