Associate Director, Analytical Transfer Lead | Pharmacist (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This Associate Director role focuses on leading critical analytical technology transfer projects across the company's internal and external manufacturing and testing network, serving as the primary point of contact (SPoC) for Contract Manufacturing and Testing Organizations (CMOs/CTOs). The role involves defining communication strategies, ensuring compliance and harmonization of analytical testing, and overseeing the successful onboarding of new partners. Day-to-day tasks include leading transfer projects, conducting analytical investigations, troubleshooting routine production issues, and managing essential documentation (validation, work instructions). The ideal candidate holds a university degree in life sciences (e.g., Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology) and possesses several years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting, specifically leading analytical transfers, method validation, and optimization under GMP standards. Expertise in the analytics of therapeutic proteins (like HPLC, bioassays, and ELISAs) is essential for success in this high-impact, fast-paced environment.