Assoc. Director, Drug Substance Commercialisation

Merck & Co., Inc.

Ballydine, Tipperary, Ireland
Not specified; not specified; not specified
Hybrid
Process chemistry and engineering principles
Cgmp and glp regulatory compliance
Process development and scale-up expertise
This role leads the provision of technical support for the introduction and production of clinical and commercial active pharmaceutical ingredients at the Ballydine site

Job Summary

  • This role leads the provision of technical support for the introduction and production of clinical and commercial active pharmaceutical ingredients at the Ballydine site.
  • The successful candidate will oversee process development, scale-up activities, and drive process improvements while ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production.
  • The position requires a strong background in process chemistry, engineering principles, and the ability to manage transfers of processes to other sites or external partners.

Matching Summary

This role leads the provision of technical support for the introduction and production of clinical and commercial active pharmaceutical ingredients at the Ballydine site.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Process chemistry and engineering principles
  • cGMP and GLP regulatory compliance
  • Process development and scale-up expertise
  • Equipment and cleaning validation knowledge
  • Deviation management and investigation skills
  • Budget oversight and financial management

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic thinking and leadership abilities
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience
  • Lean leadership and problem solving
  • Innovative approach to process optimization
  • Strong coaching and team development skills

Key Requirements

  • Degree (BSc/BEng) in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
  • Experience with electronic batch records and control systems
  • Knowledge of HR, training, and process safety management

Work Rights

Not specified

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