Lead Technical Services Scientist

West Leland Group is partnering with an established pharmaceutical manufacturing organization to hire a Lead Technical Services Scientist.

This is an on-site position based in Greenville, South Carolina. Relocation assistance can be provided and qualified non-local candidates are encouraged to apply.

This role is designed for a hands‑on leader operating in a player‑coach capacity. The individual will provide direct technical and people leadership while remaining closely engaged with manufacturing and development operations. The position plays a key role in supporting new product development programs and collaborates extensively with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and R&D.

Relocation Assistance: Available

• Provide technical and people leadership supporting development and exhibit batch manufacturing activities
• Serve as the scientific and process lead for new pharmaceutical products
• Drive process understanding, control strategies, and scale‑up approaches
• Act as a primary technical resource for manufacturing operations
• Lead investigations related to critical manufacturing deviations and process events
• Author, review, and approve technical documentation, including batch records and regulatory submission support materials
• Partner with R&D to translate development knowledge into robust manufacturing processes
• Assess manufacturing readiness and process capability for new products
• Evaluate equipment and facility capabilities, identifying gaps and supporting technical solutions
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks
• Provide visible leadership during manufacturing and development operations
• Directly supervise, mentor, and develop Technical Services Scientists

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of experience within GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
• Experience leading, mentoring, or directly supervising technical staff within GMP‑regulated environments
• Strong process‑oriented mindset, with Technical Services or process‑focused manufacturing backgrounds highly valued
• Demonstrated technical writing capability, particularly batch records and regulatory documentation
• Experience supporting development products, exhibit batches, or new product introduction activities
• Ability to lead investigations and apply sound scientific judgment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• High‑impact leadership role with strong operational visibility
• Direct involvement in new product and development programs
• Broad cross‑functional exposure across Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and R&D
• Opportunity to join a team that has experienced meaningful growth

West Leland Group is a boutique search firm specializing in Quality, Regulatory, and Engineering roles across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device organizations. We take a long‑term, industry‑focused approach to building high‑performing teams. Thoughtful Search. Purposeful Hiring.

This search is being managed by West Leland Group on behalf of our client. West Leland Group is an equal opportunity search partner. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. This is a direct‑hire opportunity with a client organization offering competitive compensation and relocation support.