Senior Biopharma CMC Program Leader (Client-Facing)

avidbio; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 153,600 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Avidbio is seeking a Sr. Client Facing CMC Program Manager in Tustin, California to lead and manage complex drug substance programs. This role emphasizes strong client partnership and accountability in delivering quality outcomes across phases of biologics development.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in CMC program management. The position is full-time with competitive compensation, including bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical CMC program or project management.
• Demonstrated leadership of drug substance CMC programs across development phases.
• Strong understanding of GMP manufacturing, validation, regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior program lead for assigned DS CMC client programs.
• Own overall client relationship post contract.
• Facilitate decision-making forums balancing quality, cost, and capacity.

Skills

Leadership of drug substance CMC programs

GMP manufacturing knowledge

Program management tools proficiency

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Job description

Avidbio is seeking a Sr. Client Facing CMC Program Manager in Tustin, California to lead and manage complex drug substance programs. This role emphasizes strong client partnership and accountability in delivering quality outcomes across phases of biologics development.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in CMC program management. The position is full-time with competitive compensation, including bonuses and comprehensive benefits.