Head of Global Manufacturing Science & Technology

The role

The Head of Global Manufacturing Science & Technology is the enterprise technical leader responsible for manufacturing process robustness, scalability, and continuous improvement. This person establishes global MSAT strategy and provides technical leadership from late-stage development through commercial manufacturing.

What you will do

• Define and execute the global MSAT strategy and operating model.
• Establish global technical standards, capabilities, and governance for manufacturing processes.
• Own the technical strategy for process characterization, validation, and monitoring.
• Drive consistency and systematic improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical leadership for manufacturing investigations and process deviations.
• Provide MSAT leadership for technology transfer and manufacturing readiness.
• Partner with CMC and R&D to ensure development programs are designed for commercial scalability.
• Own the MSAT strategy for the technical lifecycle of commercial products.
• Lead implementation of advanced process technologies, automation, and digital manufacturing.
• Build and lead a high-performing global MSAT organization.

Required qualifications

• Advanced degree
• 20+ years of progressive experience in MSAT, process development, manufacturing science, technical operations, or related biopharmaceutical functions, including significant global leadership experienc
• Proven global experience leading MSAT for commercial biopharmaceutical products.
• Strong expertise in process characterization, validation, technology transfer, CPV, process optimization, manufacturing technology, and lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical decisions across R&D, CMC, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
• Enterprise technical leadership with strong business judgment.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with technical depth.
• Executive presence and ability to influence across functions and organizational boundaries.
• Data-driven, scientifically rigorous, and highly pragmatic.
• Strong innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
• Develops people, builds capabilities, and creates a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and innovation.

Nice to have

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline
• Cell therapy, gene therapy, or other advanced modalities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
• Eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after three (3) months of employment
• Paid time off including vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Legal assistance
• Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary commuter benefits
• Family planning and care resources
• Well-being initiatives and peer-to-peer recognition programs

Before you apply

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
• Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify

About the company

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the company advances the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies.