Assoc Prin. Scientist, Tech Transfer Leader (Global role)

MSD Malaysia; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate Principal Scientist to lead technology transfer initiatives for sterile drug products. This remote role offers the opportunity to drive the end-to-end transfer process, ensuring excellence in commercialization for vaccines and biologics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop strategic plans, and oversee project metrics, all while contributing to innovative solutions in healthcare. Join a diverse team that values inclusion and supports flexible work arrangements, making a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in technical transfer and commercialization.
• Deep knowledge of sterile manufacturing practices and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end technology transfer activities and ensure timely delivery.
• Develop strategies and oversee schedules, risk assessments, and knowledge management.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Communication Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Master’s in Biochemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Pharmaceuticals

Tools

Digital Tools

Job description

Assoc Prin. Scientist, Tech Transfer Leader (Global role) is a remote position based in Ireland and the USA, focusing on technical transfer leadership for sterile drug products, primarily in large molecules, for clinical and commercial manufacturing.

Job Description

We seek a highly motivated Associate Principal Scientist, Technical Transfer Leader to join our global team. The role involves leading end-to-end technical transfer activities, ensuring efficient process transfer from development to manufacturing, primarily for sterile biologics and vaccines. The successful candidate will oversee standard processes to ensure excellence in our commercialization programs.

About the Company and Team

The Manufacturing Division's Sterile Drug Product Commercialization (SDPC) group provides technical leadership for late-stage and commercial processes, supporting vaccines, biologics, and sterile pharmaceuticals. Based in West Point, PA, USA, and Carlow, Ireland, the team specializes in process development, scale-up, technology transfer, validation, and regulatory support, facilitating innovative and accelerated product commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading Technology Transfer Projects: Manage end-to-end TT activities, ensuring timely, right-first-time delivery; coordinate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership; oversee process development, validation, and post-launch support.
• Strategic Planning and Oversight: Develop TT strategies, oversee schedules, risk assessments, and knowledge management; prepare and present stage gate reviews; author technical documents and validation strategies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong partnerships across divisions, ensure alignment with program and regulatory teams, and manage project metrics and escalations.

Qualifications

• B.S., Master’s, or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Microbiology, or related field with relevant experience (10 years for B.S., 8 for Master’s, 4 for Ph.D.).
• Deep knowledge of product commercialization lifecycle, sterile manufacturing practices, and regulatory documentation.
• Excellent communication, project management, decision-making, and digital tool skills.

Additional Information

Our company values diversity and inclusion, striving to find solutions for unmet healthcare needs. We support flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid models, with specific policies for U.S. residents. Equal opportunity employment is committed, and accommodations are available during the hiring process.