Senior MSAT Process Engineering Lead External Manufacturing

Gilead Sciences; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company seeks an Associate Director of Process Engineering in the UK, focusing on external manufacturing oversight for viral vectors. The role combines strategic and technical aspects to ensure compliant production and requires expertise in GMP regulations and project management. Candidates must have relevant advanced degrees and significant experience in manufacturing operations. This position may involve travel up to 50% of the time.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience (Bachelors), 8 years (Masters), 5 years (PhD).
• Proven MSAT and Tech Transfer experience.
• Experience with viral vector process development and GMP manufacturing support.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for external manufacturing partners.
• Act as primary technical point of contact for UK-based CMOs.
• Lead technical support during critical operations.

Skills

Technical expertise

GMP compliance knowledge

Process Validation

Project Management

Cell culture experience

Risk Management tools

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelors/Masters/PhD in relevant field

Tools

JMP for data analysis

Job description

A leading biotech company seeks an Associate Director of Process Engineering in the UK, focusing on external manufacturing oversight for viral vectors. The role combines strategic and technical aspects to ensure compliant production and requires expertise in GMP regulations and project management. Candidates must have relevant advanced degrees and significant experience in manufacturing operations. This position may involve travel up to 50% of the time.