Associate Director, Process Development

Associate Director, Process Development

Gene Therapy | Upstream Process Development | Downstream Process Development | CMC

London | Hybrid

Allerton Bishop is delighted to be partnering with an innovative clinical-stage Gene Therapy company to appoint an Associate Director, Process Development .

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing CMC organisation developing next-generation gene therapies. Reporting into senior technical leadership, you will lead a small, high-performing Process Development team responsible for advancing both upstream and downstream manufacturing processes from development through to clinical manufacture.

You'll play a key role in developing robust, scalable and GMP-ready manufacturing processes while working closely with Manufacturing, Analytical Development, Quality, Regulatory CMC and external CDMO partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a Process Development team responsible for both upstream and downstream Gene Therapy manufacturing processes.
• Drive process optimisation, scale-up, technology transfer and manufacturing readiness to support clinical development programmes.
• Provide technical leadership across process characterisation, process robustness and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Analytical Development, Quality, Regulatory CMC and external CDMOs to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support CMC strategy, regulatory submissions and manufacturing investigations while maintaining scientific excellence.
• Build and develop a collaborative, high-performing team focused on innovation, quality and delivery.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Process Development leader with expertise across upstream and downstream Gene Therapy manufacturing .

You will bring:

• Leadership experience within Process Development, CMC or Technical Development.
• Strong knowledge of viral vector manufacturing, cell and gene therapy, biologics or advanced therapies.
• Experience supporting technology transfer, process scale-up and GMP manufacturing.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor scientists and influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience working within fast-paced biotech, gene therapy, cell therapy or CDMO environments.

This is an outstanding opportunity to influence the development of innovative Gene Therapy products while helping shape the future growth of a highly collaborative organisation.

For a confidential discussion, contact George Seward at Allerton Bishop or apply today.

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