Dynavax Technologies is hiring a
Director Process Development Manufacturing Sciences

Summary

The job is for a Director of Process Development & Manufacturing Sciences at Dynavax, a biopharmaceutical company. The role involves leading process development initiatives for the company's drug product portfolio and interfacing with cross-functional teams. The position requires a PhD in a relevant field with 10+ years of industry experience, excellent communication skills, and proven leadership abilities.

Requirements

• PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, pharmaceutics, or closely related discipline with 10+ years’ relevant industry experience in a pharmaceutical CMC/GMP environment such as process development, formulation, etc
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in drug product development, formulation development, process development, manufacturing, and regulatory CMC
• Experience with aseptic processing and vaccine formulation
• Experience with early phase formulation and process development
• Must have experience with CDMO management and oversight

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of formulation, compatibility, and process development studies to support phase appropriate development of Dynavax’s drug product portfolio
• Oversee technical transfer efforts, process validation, and manufacturing of new or existing drug products at CMOs
• Author appropriate development reports and documents for internal use and in support of regulatory filings
• Proactively identify issues, risks, and opportunities; make recommendations for improvement, mitigation, or changes; and facilitate resolution of issues
• Support the organization in maintaining a work environment focused on quality and that fosters learning, respect, open communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork

Benefits

• The estimated salary range for this position is $200,000 to $218,000. Final pay determinations may depend on various factors
• Dynavax also offers a full range of health and welfare insurance benefits, 401(k) company match, and paid time off benefits, including 17 paid holidays in 2024