Why Sarepta? Why Now?
The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold leadership positions in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and limb-girdle muscular dystrophies (LGMDs), and we currently have more than 40 programs in various stages of development in gene therapy, RNA and gene editing. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.
We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.
What Sarepta Offers
At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:
For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us
The Importance of the Role
The Senior Director of Technical Innovation requires a combination of CMC technical expertise (e.g. gene therapy, RNA, gene editing), effective communication, business and strategic acumen. This leader will drive technical innovation by both enhancing and leveraging our Technical Operations capabilities to maintain our position as a world leader and change driver in the industry. This role will collaborate with internal stakeholders, including but not limited to: Process Development, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, R &D, Business Development, Legal (IP and contracts) and Finance, as well as, external collaborators. Success in this role will be to advance Technical Operations’ platform through new technology and internal inventions; technical presence through publications, conferences, collaborations and industry consortiums; and strategic opportunities identified through data analytics and sciences.
The Opportunity to Make a Difference
Establishes formation of a centralized innovation framework, including creation and leadership of the strategy, forum, and process that drives implementation of new technology, and streamlines IP engagement
Expands Sarepta Technical Operations presence through publications, speaking engagements participation in industry consortiums
Screens, analyzes and negotiates potential technical collaborations from a scientific, financial and strategic perspective
Drives identification and enablement of novel technologies and cross-functional Technical Operations improvements
Serves as the liaison to Technical Operations scientific and business teams to provide proposals to senior leadership and prioritizes innovation in alignment with Sarepta and Technical Operations strategy
Demonstrates influential leadership capabilities and fosters a collaborative team environment
Leads organizational initiatives and represents Technical Operations on behalf of the organization
Participates in project related teams and other internal/external collaborations to support Sarepta’s objectives
More about You
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering with 15+ years of relevant experience with 5+ years in a leadership role. Advanced degree preferred.
Experience in end-to-end CMC drug development from early to late-stage development, GMP clinical and commercial operations and regulatory submissions
Proficient in GMP, GLP and regulatory guidelines related to pharmaceutical development
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to help build strong relationships across scientific and business functions
Extensive experience with the process and principles of development, technical transfer, scale up design, drug substance/drug product unit operations, and analytical methods
Excellent listener, seeks broad input and feedback, provides frequent and effective follow up
Solid understanding of statistical design and modeling of experiments
Experience leading negotiations and executing agreements (e.g. material, license, etc.)
Must have effective written and verbal communication skills
What Now?
We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.
So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.
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This position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.
The targeted salary range for this position is $216,000 - $270,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.
Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.
