Remote Director, Process & Analytical Development

Lonza; Walkersville (MD); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Director, Process & Analytical Development to lead ADPD across the US, guiding analytical and process development and project-specific manufacturing activities. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-time delivery while driving cost efficiency.

The position starts remotely with a future move to an East/Mid-West site, requiring 25–30% travel to NA/EMEA. A Master’s degree and 15+ years in life sciences leadership are expected, with PhD preferred for higher-level impact.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field required; PhD preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CDMO, or related life sciences environments.
• Deep understanding of small molecule and bioconjugate technologies.
• Extensive leadership experience within Process Development, Analytical Development, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, or related GMP-regulated organizations.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, cGMP requirements, technology transfer, validation, operational readiness, and commercialization activities.
• Proven success leading organizations through growth, transformation, and operational scale-up initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for all analytical development, process development, and project-specific manufacturing activities within the ADS US organization.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing ADPD organization with a culture of ownership, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute the strategic direction of the ADPD organization through long-term planning and performance management.
• Establish capabilities, infrastructure, and talent for future manufacturing operations and growth.
• Lead S&OP process alignment with business objectives and customer demand.
• Ensure development and manufacturing activities meet safety, quality, compliance, delivery, and cost targets.
• Oversee budgets, resource planning, and operational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Executive communication

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering/Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical Sciences

PhD preferred

Job description

Lonza is seeking a Director, Process & Analytical Development to lead ADPD across the US, guiding analytical and process development and project-specific manufacturing activities. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-time delivery while driving cost efficiency.

The position starts remotely with a future move to an East/Mid-West site, requiring 25–30% travel to NA/EMEA. A Master’s degree and 15+ years in life sciences leadership are expected, with PhD preferred for higher-level impact.