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Eli Lilly UK is seeking an Associate Director for Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TSMS) to lead technical operations in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing. The role emphasizes technical leadership, process optimization, and collaboration across various functions to ensure adherence to quality standards.
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Job Summary
Responsible for providing technical and people leadership across Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing processes supporting cGMP commercial and late-phase operations.
Expected to lead by example, coaching and developing a team of scientists and technical staff while driving a strong safety and quality culture.
Champion the adoption and integration of data analytics platforms, statistical process control (SPC), and real-time monitoring tools to improve process performance and reduce variability.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Eli Lilly UK is seeking an Associate Director for Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TSMS) to lead technical operations in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing. The role emphasizes technical leadership, process optimization, and collaboration across various functions to ensure adherence to quality standards.
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Salary
Base: $123,000 - $180,400; Bonus/Equity: company bonus; Benefits: comprehensive benefit program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
API manufacturing process support
cGMP commercial operations
Technology transfer and validation
Data analytics and digitalization strategies
Cross-functional collaboration
Nice-to-have
Lead by example and coach team
Champion continuous improvement
Global best practice sharing
Influence technical agendas
Strategic thinking and flexibility
Key Requirements
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related STEM
6+ years (B.S./M.S.) or 5+ years (Ph.D.) cGMP commercial API manufacturing experience
Hands-on experience with digitalization initiatives (MES, data historians, digital execution)