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 cdmo partnerships
External manufacturing network
Gmp compliance
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Director, External Manufacturing, Viral Vector Technical Lead to oversee their external manufacturing network for viral vectors and plasmids, supporting their Cell Therapy portfolio. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in viral vector CMC/manufacturing and strong leadership skills to manage complex projects across multiple sites. **

Job Summary

  • Lead our external manufacturing network for viral vectors and plasmids in support of our growing Cell Therapy portfolio.
  • Own end‑to‑end CDMO partnerships aligning external execution with AstraZeneca’s business objectives to deliver reliable, cost‑effective supply and technical robustness.
  • 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 Director, External Manufacturing, Viral Vector Technical Lead to oversee their external manufacturing network for viral vectors and plasmids, supporting their Cell Therapy portfolio. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in viral vector CMC/manufacturing and strong leadership skills to manage complex projects across multiple sites. **

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; medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Viral vector CDMO partnerships
  • External manufacturing network
  • GMP compliance
  • Process development and scale-up
  • Technical oversight
  • Supply chain collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Influence without authority
  • Fast-paced, matrixed environment
  • Sustainability focus
  • Digital/analytics tools

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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