Technical Lead Sterile Products

Galderma Services Spain, S.L.; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma seeks a Technical Lead Sterile Products in Barcelona to lead sterile manufacturing activities within the External Supply Organization. The role focuses on technical stewardship, transfers to CMOs, lifecycle management, and process improvements across injectables and related products.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field, 8–12 years in Manufacturing Science & Technology, and strong English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline.
• 8–12 years in Manufacturing Science & Technology with a focus on sterile products in GMP environments.
• Extensive knowledge of sterile product technologies, aseptic processing, validation and cleanrooms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical SME for sterile manufacturing processes and products.
• Provide technical stewardship for commercial products and support NPI at CMOs.
• Lead lifecycle management activities, including process, raw materials, and packaging material changes.
• Drive process improvements focused on quality, yield, efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Support technology transfers for sterile products, injectable semi-finished products, and medical device assembly/packaging.
• Lead investigations, troubleshooting and risk assessments related to product and process deviations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external manufacturing partners for knowledge sharing.
• Review and approve manufacturing specs, protocols, reports, and other technical documents.

Skills

Sterile products

GMP

Technology transfer

Process validation

Lead projects

English

Education

Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology

Biochemistry

Chemical Engineering

Life Sciences

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology.

Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals.

Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day.

We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future.

Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world.

With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams.

Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross‑functional projects and access to global career opportunities.

Job Title: Technical Lead Sterile Products Location: Barcelona, Spain (FTE, 4 days office)

Join our External Supply Organization (ESO) Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team as a Technical Lead Sterile Products.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical subject matter expert for sterile manufacturing processes and products.
• Provide technical stewardship for commercial products and support New Product Introductions (NPI) at CMOs.
• Lead lifecycle management activities, including process, raw material, and packaging material changes.
• Drive process improvements focused on quality, yield, efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Support technology transfers for sterile products, injectable semi‑finished products, and medical device assembly and packaging.
• Lead investigations, troubleshooting activities, and risk assessments related to product and process deviations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external manufacturing partners to ensure seamless knowledge sharing and execution.
• Review and approve manufacturing specifications, protocols, reports, and other technical documents.

What You'll Bring

• Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Technology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related scientific/engineering discipline.
• 8-12 years of experience in Manufacturing Science and Technology, with a strong focus on sterile products (injectables, biologics, medical device etc.) in a GMP environment.
• Proven expertise in biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes such as cell culture, fermentation, purification, sterile fill‑finish, and packaging.
• Experience in Pharma/Biotech/Medical Devices companies.
• Extensive knowledge of sterile product technologies, including aseptic processing, validation, and cleanroom environments.
• Experience in technology transfer, process validation, lifecycle management, and manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Ability to lead complex projects independently and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Fluency in English.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the technical leadership of sterile products across a global manufacturing network, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and product excellence from development through commercialization. Galderma is the emerging pure‑play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science‑based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast‑growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

For more information go to www.galderma.com/careers