Associate Director, Technical Operations

2 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Team Horizon Full time

Team Horizon is seeking an Associate Director of Technical Operations for our client in Dublin.
This position is responsible for managing high-level technology transfer projects and supporting a portfolio of marketed products.
The role involves leading technical staff at the Technical Centre and collaborating with the Science and Technology group globally.
The team is tasked with identifying and executing technological improvements across the product portfolio, ensuring supply readiness for new product launches following market entries.
Why you should apply:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a world-class manufacturing operation with a strong track record of delivering high-quality medicines globally.
The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation aimed at improving health outcomes.
The client is expanding its capability to produce all medicines internally, ensuring supply continuity.
What you will be doing:
Leading technical expertise in OSD processes such as dry powder blends, encapsulation, wet granulations, hot melt extrusion, compression, and coating.
Adapting to dynamic operational conditions and evolving priorities.
Leading and developing a diverse team of technical specialists.
Delivering process transfer, development, scale-up, and validation activities.
Championing new technology assessment and implementation.
Supporting material characterization and qualification.
Optimizing product processes and supporting continuous verification.
Ensuring product launch and transfer supply robustness.
Managing small-scale manufacturing areas and promoting their capabilities.
Developing and driving the CPV program.
Interfacing with regulatory agencies as needed.
Leading departmental initiatives and projects.
What you need to apply:
BS/MS/PhD in pharmacy, chemical engineering, or related sciences.
Proven leadership in Pharma R&D and/or Manufacturing Technical Services.
Comprehensive experience across development, tech transfer, and launch phases, including regulatory aspects.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to delegate effectively and leverage external partners.
Strategic thinking with long-term planning skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pharmaceutical technology.
Understanding of automated control systems, statistical methodologies, and Minitab.
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