Msd
Associate Director, Drug/Device Combination Products - Method Development & Testing
USA - New Jersey - Rahway · Director · Contract
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About the role
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- The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment.
- We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
Responsibilities
- Lead a Center of Excellence (CoE) focused on developing and validating platform and innovative device/CP functional test methods with high technical rigor to support development, IND-enabling stability, commercial stability (PSS), and Design Verification (DV).
- Lead method tech transfer strategy and execution to internal and external GMP testing nodes in support of clinical and PPQ supplies.
- Lead, manage, and develop a team responsible for providing routine functional test method development and testing support for Device Characterization (DC) and Design Verification (DV) deliverables across development to commercialization.
- Collaborate with Analytical Research & Development (AR&D), Design Controls & Risk Management (DCRM), Quality, Regulatory, and Quality Control (QC) facilities to ensure that functional testing methods meet regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal Quality Management System (QMS) compliance.
- Talent retention, training/upskilling, and recruiting of top talent as needed to deliver on pipeline and innovation projects.
- The Associate Director of Method Development & Testing is responsible for leading a Center of Excellence (CoE) focused on developing and validating platform and innovative device/CP functional test methods with high technical rigor to support development, IND-enabling stability, commercial stability, and Design Verification.
- This role involves leading the method tech transfer strategy and execution to internal and external GMP testing nodes in support of clinical and PPQ supplies.
- Additionally, the Associate Director leads, manages, and develops a team responsible for providing routine functional testing support for Device Characterization (DC) and Design Verification (DV) deliverables across development to commercialization.
Requirements
- Demonstrated leadership experience in leading and managing teams, preferably in a regulated industry.
- Extensive knowledge of method development, validation, and transfer, with an understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field. Advanced degree (PhD) preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in method development, validation, and testing within the pharmaceutical, medical device, or combination product industry.
- Experience in collaborating with CMC cross-functional teams including Drug Substance, Drug Product, Analytical, Design Controls & Risk Management, Quality, Regulatory, and QC facilities.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and resources effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Required Skills:
- Analytical Chemistry, Biocompatibility, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Biology, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), GMP Compliance, Process Engineering, Product Development, Product Risk Management, Project Management, Project Management Support, Quality Control Management, Quality Management, Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Technical Writing, Verification and Validation (V&V)
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Nice to have
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
- Advanced degree (PhD) preferred.
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