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MSD

Director, External Capabilities, Analytical Capabilities and Operations

MSD

. Lead a group of scientists supporting externalized analytical deliverables for large molecule programs .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $173,200 - $272,600 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading scientific teams and managing large molecule programs, with a strong focus on analytical method development, regulatory compliance, and project management. Proven ability to drive operational excellence and build external analytical capabilities while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

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Ph.D. Degree or Equivalent ExperienceAnalytical Method DevelopmentBiologics CMC KnowledgeProject Management ExperiencePeople Leadership

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Hard Skills
Analytical ChemistryChromatographic TechniquesAnalytical Method DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceDrug DevelopmentBiologics License Application (BLA)Laboratory ResearchPipeline DevelopmentScientific AnalysisCommercialization
Soft Skills
Outstanding CommunicationCritical ThinkingNegotiation SkillsAdaptabilityTeam Leadership
Industry Keywords
GMP RegulationsAnalytical DeliverablesExternalization StrategyQuality ControlDevelopment/Commercialization Interface

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a group of scientists supporting externalized analytical deliverables for large molecule programs
  • Execute the Development Sciences and Clinical Supplies externalization strategy
  • Drive scientific and operational excellence within the team and at external partners
  • Develop talent and manage a team of approximately 10–12 scientists
  • Manage a broad portfolio of Biologics, Antibody Drug Conjugate, and/or Vaccine programs
  • Provide subject matter expertise across large molecule analytical method development and qualification
  • Oversee quality control and relationships with strategic partners
  • Work with Process, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing stakeholders to maintain an external network supplementing internal capacity and capability
  • Drive transformation at external strategic partners using the company’s ways of working
  • Oversee analytical deliverables for drug substance and drug product at external partners to ensure continuity of clinical supply
  • Oversee analytical method qualifications/transfers and resolution of analytical issues under GMP regulations
  • Build external analytical capability by working with internal SMEs to upskill strategic partners
  • Oversee transfer of methods to commercial QC laboratories supporting registrational targets
  • Ensure high-quality, compliant documentation from external partners
  • Optimize the current operating model and shape the future direction of the team

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ph.D. degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience OR a master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience OR a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 15 years of experience
  • Outstanding communication, critical thinking, and negotiation skills
  • Project management experience including resource management, budget forecasting, and risk assessment/mitigation planning
  • Comfort with working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong knowledge of Biologics CMC landscape including knowledge of GMP and relevant HA guidelines
  • Experience with a wide variety of analytical methods, including microbiological, device, potency assay, biochemical and/or biophysical characterization
  • Experience working at the development/commercialization interface with a track record of moving pipeline assets to commercial products
  • Demonstrated track record of working across networks to deliver exceptional results
  • Demonstrated ability to critically review and interpret complex scientific and technical data to drive data-driven decision making
  • Travel (Domestic and/or International) up to 10% of time
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Analytical Method Development
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Biologics License Application (BLA)
  • Chemistry
  • Chromatographic Techniques
  • Commercialization
  • Drug Development
  • Laboratory Research
  • People Leadership
  • People Management
  • Pipeline Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Regulatory Submissions
  • Scientific Analysis
  • Scientific Research
  • Team Leadership
  • Must reside in the United States or Puerto Rico, as indicated by “US and Puerto Rico Residents Only”

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Long-term incentive eligibility, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
  • Other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate days
  • Sick days
  • Relocation: Domestic/International
  • Visa sponsorship