Chief Biologics Operations & Tech Transfer

BioTalent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

BioTalent is seeking a Senior Vice President, Technical Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across biologics development and manufacturing. The role encompasses Process Development, MSAT, Technology Transfer, Validation, and Manufacturing, ensuring client programs move from development to commercial supply.

The ideal candidate will combine deep biologics manufacturing expertise with a track record of scaling operations, strengthening client partnerships, and building

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in biologics development and manufacturing.
• Executive leadership within a CDMO, biopharmaceutical manufacturer, or biologics organization.
• Deep expertise across large molecule manufacturing, process development, tech transfer, MSAT, and GMP operations.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for clinical and commercial biologics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the organization's Technical Operations strategy across biologics development and manufacturing.
• Provide leadership for Process Development, MSAT, Technology Transfer, Process Characterization, Validation, and Manufacturing support functions.
• Drive successful technology transfers from clients into GMP manufacturing operations.
• Partner with commercial, program management, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to ensure client outcomes.
• Establish scalable technical capabilities to support increasing client demand and organizational growth.
• Drive process robustness, manufacturing efficiency, yield improvements, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Serve as an executive sponsor for key client relationships, providing technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support regulatory inspections, customer audits, and quality initiatives.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing technical operations organization.
• Contribute to strategic planning, capacity expansion, and long-term business growth.

Skills

Leadership

CDMO experience

Tech transfer

MSAT

Regulatory awareness

Education

Advanced degree in Biochemical Engineering or related field

Job description

BioTalent is seeking a Senior Vice President, Technical Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across biologics development and manufacturing. The role encompasses Process Development, MSAT, Technology Transfer, Validation, and Manufacturing, ensuring client programs move from development to commercial supply.

The ideal candidate will combine deep biologics manufacturing expertise with a track record of scaling operations, strengthening client partnerships, and building