MSAT Associate Director

Proclinical Staffing; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in the UK is seeking an MSAT Associate Director to oversee the transfer and optimization of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. The role requires expertise in GxP regulations, managing technical transfers, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience in pharmaceutical processes, including project management and compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work globally and includes occasional travel to manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site-to-site technical transfers and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with small molecule formats including sterile products and capsules.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems including change control.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including change control and deviation management.
• Experience in operational budget management and strategic alignment.
• Proficiency in project management tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to high-speed changes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration abilities across global teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to GxP regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Lead technical transfers of manufacturing processes.
• Establish and track KPIs, budgets, and timelines.
• Represent technical expertise in cross-functional projects, including supply chain, regulatory, and commercial activities.
• Provide scientific advice to procurement and regulatory teams, addressing batch failures, recalls, and variations.
• Conduct technical reviews and due diligence for potential acquisitions and divestments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to optimize processes and resolve compliance or quality issues.
• Review and approve technical documentation, including certificates of analysis, stability data, and risk assessments.
• Manage quality records such as change control requests and deviations.
• Propose and implement technical and business improvements to enhance practices and systems.

Skills

Technical transfers expertise

GxP compliance knowledge

Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Project management proficiency

Leadership abilities

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Chemistry

Job description

Looking to uncover insights that could revolutionize the future of medicine and drive breakthroughs in patient care?

Proclinical is seeking an MSAT Associate Director to oversee the successful transfer and optimization of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. In this role, you will leverage your scientific expertise to ensure compliance with GxP regulations, manage technical transfers between sites, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to maintain product quality, resolve manufacturing challenges, and support portfolio growth. This position involves global collaboration and occasional travel to manufacturing sites.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to GxP regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Lead technical transfers of manufacturing processes, providing critical expertise and direction.
• Establish and track KPIs, budgets, and timelines for process transfers and improvements.
• Represent technical expertise in cross-functional projects, including supply chain, regulatory, and commercial activities.
• Provide scientific advice to procurement and regulatory teams, addressing batch failures, recalls, and variations.
• Conduct technical reviews and due diligence for potential acquisitions and divestments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing sites to optimize processes and resolve compliance or quality issues.
• Review and approve technical documentation, including certificates of analysis, stability data, and risk assessments.
• Manage quality records such as change control requests and deviations.
• Propose and implement technical and business improvements to enhance practices and systems.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Chemistry.
• Proven experience in site-to-site technical transfers and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with small molecule formats, including sterile products, capsules, creams, gels, ointments, and solid dose.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, including change control and deviation management.
• Experience in operational budget management and strategic alignment.
• Proficiency in project management tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to high-speed changes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaboration abilities across global teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and ethical standards.
  

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