Director / Principal Scientist, Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization (bdsc)

MSD (Merck)

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Deep expertise in cell culture process development
Experience supporting biologics commercialization
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
This senior leadership role is responsible for driving late-stage and commercial biologics programs with a primary focus on upstream cell culture and commercialization

Job Summary

  • This senior leadership role is responsible for driving late-stage and commercial biologics programs with a primary focus on upstream cell culture and commercialization.
  • The position requires providing technical leadership in process characterization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating across Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and external partners.
  • Candidates will receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

This senior leadership role is responsible for driving late-stage and commercial biologics programs with a primary focus on upstream cell culture and commercialization.

Salary

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep expertise in cell culture process development
  • Experience supporting biologics commercialization
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
  • Hands-on experience with scale-up and validation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with multi-specific antibody therapeutics
  • Familiarity with lean leadership principles
  • Track record of innovation and continuous improvement
  • Experience authoring regulatory submission content
  • Working knowledge of analytical characterization methods

Key Requirements

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Chemical/Biological Engineering
  • 16+ years industry experience (BS), 12+ (MS), or 8+ (PhD)
  • Demonstrated ability to independently design and direct process development
  • Direct people management experience preferred
  • US work authorization required (implied by location)

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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