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Associate Director, Manufacturing (Drug Substance)

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Location
Zug, Switzerland
Posted
27 days ago
Department
Manufacturing & Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS in Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent combination of relevant education and applicable job experience
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
  • 6 years in a leadership role
  • Contract service provider experience
  • Understanding of the biopharmaceutical drug development process including regulatory filings and quality inspections and audits
  • Extensive knowledge of regulations pertaining to post-approval manufacturing process changes
Nice to have
  • Master's or Ph.D. preferred
What the job really is

The Associate Director, Manufacturing (Drug Substance) at Acadia Pharmaceuticals is responsible for overseeing contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) and ensuring the successful transfer of processes from R&D to commercial suppliers. The role involves managing manufacturing schedules, developing standard operating procedures, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with various teams to address manufacturing issues and optimize processes.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires significant travel (up to 50%)
  • Physical demands include occasional lifting and ability to travel independently
  • No specific benefits mentioned for non-US based employees
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