Director, Pharmaceutical Commercialization Technology
Merck · Rahway, NJ +1 more
CommercialFull-time$173k–$273kCompany career page
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Role summary
Director overseeing a department of 10-20 engineers and scientists in pharmaceutical commercialization technology, responsible for leading product portfolio development, operational excellence, and cross-functional partnerships across global manufacturing networks for small-molecule solid-dosage drugs.
What they're looking for
- B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences with 12+ years experience; M.S. with 10+ years; or Ph.D. with 8+ years
- Deep technical expertise in oral drug formulation and process development for small molecules
- Proven track record in commercial process development, scale-up, and technology transfer
- Experience with regulatory submissions and responding to regulatory questions
- Demonstrated ability leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational change
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and delegation skills
- Knowledge of GMP, process characterization, and technical transfer
What you'll be doing
- Lead department strategy for control strategy development, experimental design, and data analysis across manufacturing scales
- Drive operational excellence by translating organizational priorities into actionable steps and holding teams accountable
- Develop critical partnerships with cross-functional peers and sponsor high-performing technical teams
- Oversee core department functions including clinical supply stewardship, safety, compliance, and capital projects
- Foster talent development and drive continuous improvement culture across the organization
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