Acrobiosystems - Newark, DE
posted 4 months ago
ACROBiosystems is a worldwide leader in developing and manufacturing recombinant proteins and critical reagents/assays to support drug development and clinical applications. The Director/Vice President of R&D and Manufacturing will play a crucial role in the strategic planning, leadership, and operational management of our upcoming R&D, manufacturing, and demo center. This position is designed for a visionary leader who is passionate about building operations from the ground up, with a clear path toward establishing a full-scale manufacturing facility. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our operations in the Greater Philadelphia or Boston area. In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of strategic plans for site selection, facility design, and operational setup in alignment with corporate goals. You will collaborate with executive leadership to define the growth trajectory and expansion plans, targeting a transition from an R&D hub to a manufacturing scale-up. You will oversee the development of the R&D and demo center, ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and according to requisite specifications. This includes coordinating with local authorities, construction firms, and suppliers for the smooth execution of site development plans. As the Director/Vice President, you will build and maintain a high-performance operational team capable of managing R&D operations initially and manufacturing operations at scale. You will implement operational best practices, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize performance and quality. Compliance and regulatory affairs will also be a key focus, ensuring that the site's operations comply with all regulatory standards and environmental, health, and safety requirements. You will work with the Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs teams to establish a compliant operational framework for product development and manufacturing. Financial management is another critical aspect of this role, as you will manage the site's budget and resources effectively, ensuring cost-efficiency and optimal utilization of resources. You will provide periodic financial reporting to executive leadership and work with finance teams to adjust plans as required. Collaboration and leadership are essential, as you will work with cross-functional leaders in R&D, Sales, and Marketing to ensure seamless operation and promotion of the demonstration facility. Additionally, you will represent the company in the greater Philadelphia or Boston biotech communities and establish a network of partnerships with academic, industry, and governmental organizations. Finally, you will develop talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier scientists, engineers, and support staff, implementing training and development programs to build capabilities and support career progression within the team. Other projects or responsibilities may be required as needed.