Senior Director, Biologics Platform Technologies Head in North East

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

We're looking for professionals with:

• 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

While not required, the following will give you an edge:

• 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: 30 July 2025

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the cover letter or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.