Senior Director, Biologics Platform Technologies Head

Are you ready to lead innovation in biologics manufacturing and play a pivotal role in advancing transformative medicines? At GSK, we’re committed to delivering science-led solutions that positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people over the next decade. Join us to revolutionize how we tackle disease and redefine the future of healthcare.

About the Role
As the Senior Director, Biologics Platform Technologies Head, you'll be at the forefront of our mission to industrialize cutting-edge biologics technologies, ensuring that our manufacturing processes are compliant, cost-efficient, and state-of-the-art. You’ll lead a team of experts, collaborate across geographies, and drive innovation in biologics manufacturing platforms to support GSK’s evolving product portfolio.

This is more than a leadership position – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of biologics manufacturing, leveraging digital solutions, process modeling, and continuous improvement strategies to ensure GSK remains ahead of disease.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Leadership: Lead technology transfers, define and implement biologics platform strategies, and drive lifecycle improvements for our biologics portfolio.
• Innovation & Industrialization: Develop and industrialize new biologics platforms, utilizing digital tools and modeling to optimize processes and performance.
• Team Building: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of biologics SMEs, fostering capability growth across global manufacturing sites.
• Problem Solving: Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and resolve challenges related to biologics technology platforms.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Site MSAT teams, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Performance Management: Establish and lead initiatives to improve product robustness, manufacturing performance, and subject matter expertise across the network.

Why You?
You’re an experienced leader with deep expertise in biologics manufacturing, a sharp strategic mindset, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments, can navigate complex technical challenges, and have a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering results.

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced scientific qualifications (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in chemical engineering, pharmacy, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience, including leading technical teams across multiple geographies.
• Expertise in biologics manufacturing platforms, technical transfers, process improvement, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of digital solutions and their application in biologics manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading platform technology teams or manufacturing groups.
• Ability to navigate complex global environments and work collaboratively across functions.
• Creativity in problem-solving, with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Closing Date for Applications – 30th July 2025

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.