Msat Drug Product Lead (lai - Long-acting Injectable)

GlaxoSmithKline

Ware, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid (considering flexibility and potential travel to manufacturing sites)
Long-acting injectable formulation experience
Sterile/aseptic drug product manufacturing knowledge
Technology transfer and process validation expertise
GSK is seeking a Msat Drug Product Lead to oversee the technical delivery of Long-Acting Injectable (LAI) products, focusing on new product introductions and successful product launches in sterile manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in drug product manufacturing and technical transfer roles, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving

Job Summary

  • This role manages the Manufacturing Science and Technology technical delivery for a Long-Acting Injectable product family with a focus on New Product Introduction and successful launches.
  • The position requires acting as the single technical point of contact to own technical risk, lead technology transfers, and ensure robust data governance through stage-gate forums.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong understanding of sterile manufacturing contamination control expectations while driving continuous improvement and practical problem-solving across cross-functional teams.

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Match Score: 85

GSK is seeking a Msat Drug Product Lead to oversee the technical delivery of Long-Acting Injectable (LAI) products, focusing on new product introductions and successful product launches in sterile manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in drug product manufacturing and technical transfer roles, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Long-acting injectable formulation experience
  • Sterile/aseptic drug product manufacturing knowledge
  • Technology transfer and process validation expertise
  • FMEA risk assessment and control strategy development
  • GMP compliance and regulatory submission support

Nice-to-have

  • Lean Six Sigma problem-solving training
  • Experience with Contract Manufacturing Organisations
  • Coaching or managing small technical teams
  • DMAIC facilitator certification
  • Supporting complex investigations and root cause analysis

Key Requirements

  • Degree in pharmacy, chemistry, or chemical/biochemical engineering
  • Experience in aseptic formulations and drug product manufacturing
  • Practical knowledge of CPV and statistical concepts
  • Demonstrated experience in technology transfer roles
  • Knowledge of GMP and product lifecycle management principles

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