Associate Director, External Manufacturing

Join our team in a dynamic hybrid role, offering flexibility to work remotely and from our headquarters in Watertown, MA. 

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Disc Medicine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing novel treatments for patients who suffer from serious hematologic diseases. We are building a portfolio of innovative, first-in-class therapeutic candidates that aim to address a wide spectrum of hematologic diseases by targeting fundamental biological pathways of red blood cell biology, specifically heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Disc Medicine values collaboration, professional development, and scientific integrity and promotes an inclusive company culture that empowers and inspires.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As Disc Medicine evolves from a clinical stage to commercial stage organization, the Company has a new role as an Associate director in manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving the company’s growth trajectory and achieving strategic objectives.

The Associate Director will support technical teams and manage associated projects both in-house and at CDMOs. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the functional operations of Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls with a focus on antibodies and proteins in general.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor financial approval cadence closely and coordinate budget management within teams
• Build relationships with key-decision makers in finance and SMEs
• Work closely with internal teams including CMC leader and CMC functions including Drug Substance, Drug Product, Supply Chain, as well as Quality and Regulatory organizations.
• Lead shipment of MCB and WCB vials to respective CDMOs
• In collaboration with technical leads, develop and manage risk mitigated CMC development strategies and project plans
• Coordinate CMC team meetings coordinating with CMC leads, including assembly of agendas and meeting minutes
• Ensure effective cross-function and cross-project communications in and out of internal development teams
• Support technical leads with vendor management but not limited to contract review and negotiation, timeline management, and quarterly business review meetings.
• Collaborate with finance to forecast and manage the budget and quarterly accrual for all tech ops activities
• Support tech ops with Request for Proposal, contracts, POs and invoice approvals.

 REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. degree is required in Science, Engineering or related field with at least 10+ years relevant industry experience in biopharma
• A minimum of 5+ years project management experience as designated project manager or PM responsibilities as part of a technical role
• Working knowledge of small molecules and biologics process development, analytical development, GMP manufacturing and quality control testing
• PMP certification is a plus
• Ability to accommodate flexible working hours to support business relationships in different time zones
• Expected travel 15-20% may be required

Disc Medicine is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing all qualified candidates and employees equal opportunities. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation packages. The Company headquarters are in Watertown, MA, and we provide a flexible work environment. 

Disc Medicine actively recruits individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a drive for excellence. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for current and future opportunities.