Associate Director, Downstream Process Development, GT-PD

About the role

The GT PD Downstream people manager role provides oversight in process and platform development, improvement/optimization, characterization, and tech transfer to support gene therapy programs/products under DQP. This role demonstrates strong scientific and people leadership skills with deep understanding of gene therapy process and development. Shape and develop its strategic direction and drive operational excellence in line with TRD vision and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and advocate for the GT Process Development Downstream team as well as foster growth and provide development opportunities for team members.
• Technical oversight of GT PD projects.
• Develop plans and roadmaps for future state of GT Downstream, including improvements to ways of working and product quality.
• Lead teams and coach technical staff to deliver on objectives in a safe and efficient manner.
• Interface regularly with cross-functional team members and clinical and/or commercial manufacturing units to provide support and input during development of various gene therapy programs.
• Maintain visibility to both process and analytical development activities and contribute to technical assessments and program decisions.
• Serve as strategic partner and advisor for cross-functional project teams and committees.
• Author, review, and approve process development and related documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
• Deliver high impact, technical findings, and concepts to senior leads within the organization.
• Provide leadership direction, determining and developing approach to solutions by coordinating multiple resources to solve complex problems.
• Exhibit an exceptional degree of creativity and resourcefulness.
• Report and present scientific/technical work at internal/external meetings/conferences and publish in peer reviewed international scientific journals including patents.

Requirements

Strong scientific and people leadership skills with deep understanding of gene therapy process and development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Life Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in gene therapy process development, preferably in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment.
• Experience in managing and leading a team of scientists and engineers.
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans and roadmaps.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Skills

• Strong scientific and technical expertise in gene therapy process development.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.

Pay

The salary for this position is expected to range between $145,600 and $270,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Schedule

Full-time position.