Senior Director Research & Development

PPD (Thermo Fisher)

Utah, US
Base: $212,000.00–$317,000.00; bonus/equity: varia...
10+ years r&d leadership experience
Global multi-site team management
Bioprocess systems and equipment expertise
The Senior Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for global R&D activities supporting existing and next-generation single-use technologies within the biopharmaceutical industry

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for global R&D activities supporting existing and next-generation single-use technologies within the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • This role is accountable for delivering product innovation aligned with business strategy while overseeing the design of single-use technology systems, automation solutions, and digitalization technologies.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $212,000.00–$317,000.00 based in Utah along with comprehensive benefits including medical plans, 401(k), and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Senior Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for global R&D activities supporting existing and next-generation single-use technologies within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Salary

Base: $212,000.00–$317,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Variable annual bonus eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years R&D leadership experience
  • Global multi-site team management
  • Bioprocess systems and equipment expertise
  • Regulated product development compliance
  • New Product Introduction process ownership

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with single-use technologies
  • Digital and data-enabled systems knowledge
  • Mergers and acquisitions technical diligence
  • Strong external industry collaboration skills
  • Culture of innovation and accountability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical sciences
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred
  • 10+ years progressive R&D leadership experience
  • Experience in regulated medical device environments
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

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