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The Biologics and Biopharmaceutics team is responsible for the research and development of sterile & parenteral drug products for biologics including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), di- & tri-specific antibodies, and fusion proteins as well as the biopharmaceutic support for the oral and non-oral portfolio. Within Biologics and Biopharmaceutics, the large molecule product development Director will influence the strategy, lead activities, and develop a team whose roles include design and development of formulation, manufacturing process, and primary packaging to enable phase appropriate regulatory filings for large molecule sterile products.
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The successful candidate :
- Should have a vision to develop a team, demonstrated leadership skills, sterile product technical & domain expertise, effective communication skills, understanding of regulatory environment, and vision to influence the regulatory environment.
- Will be responsible for sub-functional strategic planning, coordinating, and execution of initiatives for the Company portfolio from discovery to launch.
- Will need to collaborate in a fast-paced, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment with key stakeholders across the organizations such as Quality, Regulatory CMC, and technical functions, to ensure timebound progression of portfolio, initiatives for scientific & operational excellence, and other strategic goals that advance functional impact.
The incumbent will drive large molecule sterile portfolio while developing new ways of working to meet aggressive timeline requirements and integrate within the broader parenteral portfolio, where appropriate. The incumbent will also have to demonstrate domain expertise in sterile product development and collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders across both our Research & Development Division and our Manufacturing Division.
The applicant will preferably have experience with high concentration biologics to support clinical and commercial development. Maintaining a strong network internally and across the external academic and regulatory community is expected, as well as advancing a culture of scientific excellence, GMP and compliance mindset and collaboration with various partners and stakeholders in development.
The Director will report to the Executive Director of Biologics and Biopharmaceutics, have 10-15 direct reports composed of experienced, senior and associate scientists. The successful candidate will effectively partner with Biologics and Biopharmaceutics leadership and extended leadership teams to implement strategy, conduct scientific research from the laboratory to commercial scale, step across boundaries and implement novel innovations during drug product development.
The incumbent will be responsible for the recruiting, appraisal, and development of personnel under her / his supervision to their full potential. The Director selects, trains, and effectively recommends transfers, merit increases, promotions, and closures of personnel under her / his direction within the framework of Company policy.
Essential Knowledge, Duties & Responsibilities for the Director Include :
Must be available to work on-site at the Rahway, NJ facility. This is not a remote position.
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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only :
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
U.S. Hybrid Work Model
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.
The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Expected US salary range : $169,700.00 - $267,200.00.
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
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Salary : $169,700 - $267,200
