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Client:
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Location:
Lyon, France
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
050cbd88be18
Job Views:
4
Posted:
13.03.2025
Expiry Date:
27.04.2025
Job Description:
Location: Lyon, France
Reporting to the Vice President CMC based in France, the CMC (Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls) Manager will take responsibility for Drug Product design, development, manufacture and control to support Alexion clinical development programs from early project up to Process Validation activities following company strategies and corporate objectives.
Key activities:
Design, conduct and coordinate development and optimization of Drug Product Formulation
Provide technical expertise/scientific input on formulation development strategies and formulation solution to develop phase-appropriate drug product for preclinical, clinical and future commercial use
Execute drug product formulation and process development including characterization of the process and finished product.
Participate in developing drug product development and delivery strategies through internal/external partnerships as well as product integration into drug/device combination products
Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve formulation and process related issues from development and throughout clinical studies
Act as technical interface to guide CRO/CDMO to design formulation and manufacture Alexion drug product
Provide onsite support during production/transfer at CMOs to ensure overall compliance, appropriate resolution to critical issues, and timely progress updates.
Develop finished product specifications and ensure product compliance
Author/review drug product development reports and related sections in IND and NDA filing
Collaborate with QA functions and associated functions to ensure implementation of the highest possible quality standards throughout manufacturing and process development impacting drug products
Participate in cross-functional process risk analysis using appropriate tools such as FMEA, leading to the identification of CPPs and CQAs
Ensure consistency, completeness, accuracy, and adherence to regulations and applicable guidelines (ICH, GMP, ISO, etc.)
Support technology transfer, review of master batch records, change control process, technical manufacturing deviation investigations, and review of executed batch records.
Develop project scopes, deliverables, budget, milestones, resources, and timelines with project leaders/managers to deliver successful CMC package
Maintain accountability for project success and results delivery
Communicate research and development findings internally and externally
Qualifications:
PhD in pharmaceutics, chemistry, material science with 2-4 years or M.S. with 6-8 years of relevant CMC development experience and a deep understanding of pharmaceutical sciences
Experience in parenteral formulation/delivery at various stages of development
Experience in managing and working with CROs and CDMOs
In-depth knowledge of cGMPs and familiarity with US and EU regulations and quality standards applicable to build CMC dossier (IND and NDA) for regulatory submissions
Demonstrated technical aptitude working on complex problems with creative problem solving and application of experimental design
Ability to manage projects in a fast-paced environment and effectively collaborate in a dynamic, cross-functional environment
Experience leading a team of scientists and engineers, ensuring their individual and organizational development
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate and present results and ideas to upper-level management in a clear, concise, and timely manner
Date Posted:
15-Jan-2025
Closing Date:
Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact. Alexion participates in E-Verify.