Executive Director, Process Engineering

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD, United States
Base: $269,000 - $328,900; bonus/equity: not speci...
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Cell therapy manufacturing processes
Process design, scale-up, optimization
Late-stage process development
** AstraZeneca is seeking an Executive Director of Process Engineering to lead their cell therapy process engineering team in Gaithersburg, MD or Santa Monica, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process engineering, particularly in cell therapy and biologics manufacturing, and will be responsible for overseeing the design, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes. **

Job Summary

  • We are looking for an experienced Executive Director of Process Engineering to lead our cell therapy process engineering team, responsible for building out a team and ensuring cost-effective manufacturing from early development through commercialization.
  • Lead the Late-Stage Process Development function for Cell Therapies within the CTO, managing multiple development projects across several locations and creating global technical standards for cell therapy.
  • The annual base salary for this position ranges from $269,000 to $328,900, with potential for adjustments based on individual performance, company performance, and market factors.

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** AstraZeneca is seeking an Executive Director of Process Engineering to lead their cell therapy process engineering team in Gaithersburg, MD or Santa Monica, CA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process engineering, particularly in cell therapy and biologics manufacturing, and will be responsible for overseeing the design, scale-up, and optimization of manufacturing processes. **

Salary

Base: $269,000 - $328,900; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cell therapy manufacturing processes
  • Process design, scale-up, optimization
  • Late-Stage Process Development
  • Global technical standards for cell therapy
  • Process validation and qualification strategies
  • GMP manufacturing of clinical and commercial products

Nice-to-have

  • Drive innovation and integrate latest technologies
  • Build and manage multi-site organization
  • Digital programs aligned with CTO CGT strategies
  • In-person working for collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in process engineering
  • 10+ years in leadership role
  • Experience in cell therapy or biologics manufacturing
  • Ph.D. or Master's degree in relevant field
  • Proven track record managing large teams (30+ members)

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