Associate Director, Drug Product Manufacturing Science & Technology

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You will lead a team of scientists and engineers to support the lifecycle management of commercial and clinical drug product manufacturing processes. How you will contribute: Lead and mentor a team of scientists and engineers, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Provide scientific and technical leadership and oversight for drug product manufacturing processes, including solid dose, sterile, and/or lyophilized drug products, at internal and external manufacturing sites. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in drug product manufacturing science and technology, providing technical expertise and guidance to manufacturing sites, project teams, and other stakeholders. Develop and implement strategies to optimize drug product manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and reduce manufacturing costs. Lead and/or participate in investigations of manufacturing deviations, process failures, and product quality issues, providing technical expertise and recommendations for corrective and preventative actions. Author and review technical documents, including batch records, manufacturing procedures, and regulatory submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, regulatory affairs, and supply chain, to ensure successful drug product manufacturing and supply. Stay current with industry trends and best practices in drug product manufacturing science and technology. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including manufacturing site personnel, external manufacturing partners, and regulatory agencies. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines, including cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other relevant regulatory requirements. What you bring to Takeda: PhD or Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering, or related field) with at least 10+ years of experience in drug product manufacturing, or a Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience. Proven track record of leading and managing a team of scientists and engineers. In-depth knowledge of drug product manufacturing processes, including solid dose, sterile, and/or lyophilized drug products. Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines, including cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other relevant regulatory requirements. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation. What Takeda offers: Comprehensive benefits package. Access to our Employee Resource Groups. Continuous professional development opportunities and a culture of innovation. What Takeda Believes We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance. We are patient-focused, innovative, and strive to deliver better health for people through leading innovations in medicine. More about us: At Takeda, we are a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing Better Health for People and a Brighter Future for the world. Our dedication originates in our values, which guide our actions and are at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to stay healthy and pursue their passion through our benefits and resources. Empowering Our People to Thrive: At Takeda, we are committed to providing an exceptional employee experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and resources focused on your professional development, physical and mental well-being, and financial security. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive culture that empowers our people, and enables us to deliver innovative medicines for patients. As an organization, we value diversity and believe that inclusion is the best way to leverage the collective strength of our people to achieve our business goals. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Should you require accommodations, please email us at [email protected]. This is where you can reach out to Takeda for any questions about accommodations. *LI-Hybrid *This job posting excludes the possibility of hiring in Colorado. #LI-Hybrid