Director, External Manufacturing, Viral Vector Technical Lead

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD, US
Base: $180,740.80 - $271,111.20; bonus/equity: sho...
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Viral vector cmc/manufacturing expertise
External manufacturing network management
Cdmo partnerships
AstraZeneca is seeking a highly skilled Director, External Manufacturing, Viral Vector Technical Lead to oversee their external manufacturing network for viral vectors and plasmids as part of their Cell Therapy portfolio. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly with viral vectors, and will be responsible for managing CDMO partnerships while ensuring compliance and operational excellence

Job Summary

  • This leader will own end‑end CDMO partnerships aligning external execution with AstraZeneca’s business objectives to deliver reliable, cost‑effective supply and technical robustness across preclinical, clinical, and commercial stages.
  • Partner with QA to ensure GMP compliance at CDMOs, support audits, investigations, and CAPAs, and maintain alignment with global regulations and evolving guidance for viral vectors and plasmids.
  • Our dynamic environment encourages collaboration and problem-solving as we strive to deliver life-changing medicines.

Matching Summary

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AstraZeneca is seeking a highly skilled Director, External Manufacturing, Viral Vector Technical Lead to oversee their external manufacturing network for viral vectors and plasmids as part of their Cell Therapy portfolio. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly with viral vectors, and will be responsible for managing CDMO partnerships while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Salary

Base: $180,740.80 - $271,111.20; Bonus/Equity: short-term incentive bonus opportunity; equity-based long-term incentive program; Benefits: 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Viral vector CMC/manufacturing expertise
  • External manufacturing network management
  • CDMO partnerships
  • Technical oversight of manufacturing processes
  • GMP compliance
  • Supply assurance and operations

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic execution focus
  • Influencing across complex matrix
  • Continuous improvement and innovation
  • Collaboration and problem-solving
  • Sustainability focus

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in biopharmaceuticals
  • 5+ years managing external manufacturing/CDMOs
  • Advanced degree (PhD or MS preferred)
  • Proven track record of tech transfer
  • Familiarity with cost modeling
  • Strong program/project management

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