Senior Director, Biologics Platform Technologies Head

Role Summary

Senior Director, Biologics Platform Technologies Head — lead innovation in biologics manufacturing, industrialize cutting-edge biologics technologies, and drive digital solutions, process modeling, and continuous improvement to keep GSK at the forefront of biologics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead technology transfers, define and implement biologics platform strategies, and drive lifecycle improvements for our biologics portfolio.
• Innovation & Industrialization: Develop and industrialize new biologics platforms, utilizing digital tools and modeling to optimize processes and performance.
• Team Building: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of biologics SMEs, fostering capability growth across global manufacturing sites.
• Problem Solving: Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and resolve challenges related to biologics technology platforms.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Site MSAT teams, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Performance Management: Establish and lead initiatives to improve product robustness, manufacturing performance, and subject matter expertise across the network.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific qualifications (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in chemical engineering, pharmacy, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience, including leading technical teams across multiple geographies.
• Expertise in biologics manufacturing platforms, technical transfers, process improvement, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of digital solutions and their application in biologics manufacturing.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: Experience leading platform technology teams or manufacturing groups.
• Preferred: Ability to navigate complex global environments and work collaboratively across functions.
• Preferred: Creativity in problem-solving, with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills

• Biologics manufacturing platforms
• Technology transfer and lifecycle management
• Process improvement and regulatory compliance
• Digital tooling, modeling, and data analytics
• Strategic leadership and team development

Education

• Advanced degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in chemical engineering, pharmacy, biochemistry, or related field

Additional Requirements

• None specified beyond the above qualifications.