Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology; MSAT

Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT)

Location:

Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area

Biopharmaceuticals | Large Molecules | GMP Manufacturing

A leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MST) to lead and develop its MST function. This role is critical to supporting GMP manufacturing operations, driving process excellence, and ensuring successful technology transfer and scale-up for large molecule programs.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across production support, process optimization, and regulatory readiness, while building and mentoring a high‑performing MST team.

• Develop and execute annual MST plans aligned with overall business strategy, operational goals, and regulatory requirements
• Lead and manage the MST team, providing technical oversight and day‑to‑day support to GMP manufacturing operations
• Serve as the technical escalation point for manufacturing challenges, ensuring timely root‑cause analysis and resolution
• Drive process development, optimization, and continuous improvement to enhance process robustness, efficiency, and compliance
• Lead technology transfer and scale‑up activities, ensuring reproducibility and successful integration into commercial manufacturing
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring processes and documentation meet GMP standards
• Establish, optimize, and maintain laboratory systems, procedures, and quality standards to ensure reliable and compliant data generation
• Develop, coach, and mentor MST team members to strengthen technical capability, leadership, and overall performance

• Master’s degree or higher in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a people management role
• Strong expertise in large molecule development, technology transfer, process optimization, and GMP manufacturing
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in a production environment
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to develop technical teams
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Background within a CDMO or contract manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with U.S. FDA and EU regulatory expectations

This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape manufacturing science and technology strategy within a growing biopharmaceutical operation, offering significant influence over process performance, regulatory success, and team development.

• Director

• Full‑time

• Manufacturing and Science

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research