MSAT Technical Lead – Drug Substance (Sr Manager)
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If this role excites you but you’re unsure if you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective and experiences could be exactly what we need. We look forward to hearing from you!
At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of people who live with a rare disease. Our edge comes from our team of people and our commitment to patients.
Our mission and culture at Sobi North America get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team:
- Competitive compensation for your work
- Generous time off policy
- Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
- Emphasis on work/life balance
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments
Location Requirement:
This position may be based near Raleigh, NC or Boston, MA. The role requires periodic travel between both locations to support cross-site collaboration and business needs.
Science and Technology (SAT) is part of the Global CMC, Science & Technology Department (GCSAT). GCSAT is responsible for the optimization and life-cycle management of Sobi’s clinical and commercial manufacturing and analytical processes across internal and external networks. SAT ensures compliant, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable manufacturing and testing of our products now and in the future. The SAT team holds the senior scientific and technical knowledge for the manufacturing and analytical testing of Sobi’s clinical and commercial products and is responsible for maintaining the internal and external manufacturing/analytical processes at a validated stage.
Responsibilities:
- Subject matter expert (SME) for Small Molecules Drug Substance Manufacturing.
- Process owner of Small Molecules process validation for Sobi products.
- Lead and execute MSAT projects such as manufacturing process and cost improvement as part of LCM.
- Participate in internal activities related to (external) manufacturing, such as process changes, major/critical deviations, risk assessments, and CAPAs.
- Issue, review, and approve applicable internal and external SOP’s and manufacturing instructions.
- Review and supervise the setup, execution, and documentation of technical studies, qualifications, and validations.
- Write and review applicable sections of the APR/PQR.
- Write and review applicable sections in registration files, variations, and market expansion.
- Support in sourcing evaluation of new Small Molecules contract manufacturers and participation in developing supply and quality agreements.
- Lead the technical part of a product transfer, scale-up activities, validations, and oversee manufacturing of Small Molecules processes at external manufacturers for Sobi projects in the clinical and commercial phase.
- Be aware of external biopharmaceutical manufacturing technology advancements, understand and introduce new technologies, and how they may be applicable to process innovation, cost, or yield improvement
Requirements:
- University degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or similar
- 6+ years of experience in the development and manufacturing of small-molecule drug substances for clinical and commercial use
- 3+ years of experience in a commercial setting, leading the technical pieces of product transfer, scale-up, and validation
- Experience reviewing applicable sections of the APR/PQR
- Scientific and technical background in CMC development and manufacturing of drug substances, small molecules
- Experience with regulatory guidelines, regulatory authorities communication, and file documentation
- Experience overseeing external vendors such as CMOs, CDMOs, etc.
- Demonstrable experience working in a cross-functional team with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and be an effective decision-maker
Personal Attributes
- Fulfillment of all of Sobi's values
- Ability to act independently and take initiative
- Good communication skills, oral/written, and listening
- Strong team player
Compensation and Total Rewards at Sobi
At Sobi, we are dedicated to providing our employees with a comprehensive and industry-competitive total rewards package. Our compensation philosophy is designed to recognize and reward talent, ensuring that your contributions are valued and reflected in your overall rewards.
Your total compensation at Sobi goes beyond just your base salary and annual bonus. It also includes a robust suite of benefits, such as:
- A competitive 401(k) match to support your financial future.
- Tuition and wellness reimbursements to invest in your personal and professional growth.
- A comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package to prioritize your health and well-being.
- Additional recognition awards to celebrate your achievements.
The base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $165,000. Each individual offer will be determined based on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, and location. Additionally, this role is eligible for both short-term and long-term bonuses, as outlined in the plan details.
All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobi's core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership. Are you ready to be on the Sobi team? Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease.
Why Join Us?
We are a global company with over 1,900 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here. If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you.
We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff.
Sobi Culture
At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases, and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.
As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can’t change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Sobi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Sobi are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status or protected groups by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
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