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Position Summary

The Technical Operations CMC Project Management Director is responsible for leading cross-functional teams within Technical Operations on multiple projects from inception through completion, coordinating activities to develop the physical product, manufacturing process, supply chain and regulatory files. This position is based in Santa Monica, CA and reports to the Head of Technical Operations

Responsibilities

Build, grow, and mature the CMC function within Technical Operations.

Must possess strong communication skills and must be savvy working with technology, process development, analytical development, manufacturing and business partners across the organization in a collaborative way.

Prepare project team and steering committee materials related to their assigned projects and ensure project work aligns with established practices, policies, and processes.

Project issues and risks must be identified and supervised and plans to resolve these issues must be developed and solutions implemented.

Lead the strategic planning and execution of CMC programs for cell therapy products from early development through commercialization.

Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and other departments to drive program success and alignment with business objectives.

Develop and lead program timelines, budgets, and resources to meet project achievements and deliverables.

Identifies and anticipates CMC-related risks/constraints to timing and resources.

Provide strategic guidance and oversight for CMC-related regulatory submissions, including IND, BLA, and other regulatory filings.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize CMC processes, systems, and workflows.

Lead and mentor a team of program managers and specialists to ensure commitment, collaboration, and professional development.

Consistently maintains a positive & professional approach in communication, e.g. maintaining composure under pressure and leading up.

Foster strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and team members to support program goals and objectives.

Prepare and present program updates, reports, and strategic recommendations to senior management and key team members.

Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments in cell therapy CMC to advise program strategies and decisions.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the CMC project management function to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.

Advises project communications and ensures that all project customers are fully informed and knowledgeable of project activities and their status.

Collaborates with functional leaders to ensure that functional area resources are sufficient to achieve project goals and objectives.

Promote a culture of collaboration, cooperation, cross functional inclusion, execution excellence, effective communication and cross-functional problem-solving to become a successful team.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides leadership to the team and functional areas to anticipate and identify sophisticated project issues, which pose a challenge to achieving strategic goals. Implements plan to resolve such issues and completes corrective actions.

Selects, evaluates and supports the development of direct reports.

Education and Experience

12+ years with BS/BA degree in a technical, engineering or life sciences subject area; 10+ years with MS/MA or MBA; 6+ years with PhD

8+ years of leading projects/programs

Must have a relevant CMC and knowledge on developing, and manufacturing along with a thorough solid understanding of the Biotech or Cell Therapy industry, relevant regulations, and requirements.

Experience leading matrix teams in a regulated environment.

Authored CMC sections of NDA and / or MAA for an NBE

Thorough understanding of the drug development process.

Experience with technical and scientific challenges as applying the novel assays for drug product release from pre-IND to stage products.

Willingness to occasionally travel for business purposes.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $190,000 to $230,000. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related experience. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and we reserve the right to modify base salary (and any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we fuel bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and bold world.”

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being daring - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering powerful methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

So, what’s next!

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

20-Jun-2024

Closing Date

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