Role Summary
Senior Manager of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) responsible for managing and supporting manufacturing processes throughout their lifecycle, from development to validation and throughout commercial operations. Leads a team focused on continuous improvement, embedding best practices, and enhancing manufacturing efficiency and cost-effectiveness through robust technology transfer, validation, and lifecycle management. Reports to the Director, MSAT. On-site at Smithfield, RI with initial training in Canton, MA; travel between sites required.
Responsibilities
- Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, project management, and external partners to ensure business continuity and solve complex technical problems in production
- Deliver technical expertise by evaluating current processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing strategies to boost efficiency and reduce costs
- Support transfer, scale-up, and validation of manufacturing processes, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Generate quality control, manufacturing, and design control documentation; participate in preparation of CMC sections of regulatory submissions
- Partner with project teams to prepare business cases, evaluate risks, and produce validation documentation
- Cultivate talent by inspiring innovation and operational excellence while promoting continuous learning
- Manage budget and resources to meet departmental and organizational goals
Qualifications
- M.S. or higher in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related field with understanding of biologics, human cell and tissue products, and/or medical devices (510k/PMA)
- 5+ years of biotechnology or pharmaceutical industrial experience in a CMC/cGMP environment
- 3+ years of management experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of aligning diverse audiences
- Proven ability to optimize resources, balance priorities, and deliver results under deadlines
- Experience in process development, scale-up, and technology transfer of cell-based therapeutics
- Experience leading complex projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Familiar with design control principles
Skills
- Technical leadership in manufacturing science and technology
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technology transfer, process validation, and lifecycle management
- Regulatory documentation and CMC submissions
- Project and budget management
Education
- MasterβΓΓ΄s degree or higher in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Additional Requirements
- On-site role with travel between Canton, MA and Smithfield, RI facilities