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Gaithersburg, US   |   full time   |   Job ID: 11547 

About the Role:

As the Associate Director AS&T Lifecycle Management, you will be making a meaningful contribution to the ongoing product development and regulatory submission (BLA/MAA) of our Protein-based therapeutic pipeline as part of our Analytical Sciences & Technology (AS&T) department. In this role, you will be the main point of contact for specific methods within your area of expertise. You will ensure that the analytical methods comply with GMP standards and provide accurate, precise, and reliable results.

Your Contribution:

   Provide technical analytical expertise for analytical activities of the Gaithersburg antibody laboratory, and for late-stage and commercial projects across a global network
   Responsible for the design and performance of method validations and transfers as well as method lifecycle activities (e.g. exchange of critical reagents, method performance and laboratory investigations); potential hands-on work in the laboratory required
   Participate in strategic and technical discussions within projects cross-functionally with CMC team members and external partners
   Evaluation and review of technical and regulatory submission documents in a timely manner for the approval and market launch of development products
   Act as analytical SME by providing expert knowledge for regulatory filings, as well as contributing expertise to questions from health authorities and responses to regulatory submissions

A Good Match:

   An advanced university degree in Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or a related field with 10+ years in a regulated environment in the pharmaceutical industry
   Comprehensive expertise in analytical methods specific for ADCs: Drug-to-antibody ratio, Free drug, Residual impurities, Unconjugated antibody, Conjugate variants, Conjugated small molecule impurities, Charge variants; additionally beneficial: HPLC, GC, Mass spectrometry, NMR, and IR techniques for the analysis of Linker-payload intermediate
   Hands-on experience with assay development, design and performance of method validations, as well as data analysis and statistical evaluation
   Strong background in CMC activities for late-stage development and commercial biological products
   In-depth knowledge of ICH guidelines, GMP regulations, and industry best practices
   Proven experience with regulatory filings for biologicals (IND/IMPD, BLA/MAA) and interactions with health authorities
   Experience in working in intercultural, cross-functional, and global teams
   Structured way of working, ability to understand and break down complex challenges and plan associated timelines and interdependencies
   Highly motivated and willingness to work in a fast-paced and fast-evolving environment

   Experience managing method validation and transfer activities across external partners.
   Demonstrated ability to lead and support QC quality events and root cause investigations.

Your benefits and remuneration:

Expected Pay Range:  $146,300/year to $234,100/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
• Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
• Professional Development Programs
• Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
• Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

...and more! More details to be shared.
 

Located in the BioHealth Capital Region near Washington DC and ranked among the top biopharma hubs in the country, Gaithersburg, Maryland offers a unique and diverse cluster across industry, government, and academia for top talent and scientific innovation. As a pivotal player within the life sciences community, Gaithersburg is distinguished by its robust infrastructure and strategic location near the nation's capital. The city's strategic significance is amplified by its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities that cater to the rigorous demands of the life sciences industry; Gaithersburg's manufacturing sector is defined by advanced technologies and complies with the most stringent regulatory standards, ensuring the production of high-quality pharmaceuticals, biologics, and medical devices. In the coming years, Gaithersburg will continue to be a vital contributor to the future of medical science and technology.

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