WuXi Biologics · 1 month ago
Executive Director, Analytical Science and Characterization Center of Excellence
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$193K/yr - $295K/yr
15+ years expWuXi Biologics is a company specializing in biopharmaceutical analysis, and they are seeking an Executive Director to lead the Analytical Science and Characterization Center of Excellence. The role involves strategic planning, operational management, and leading a large technical team to ensure technological leadership and industry competitiveness in various analytical techniques.
BiotechnologyHealthcareManufacturingPharmaceuticalHealth Care
Responsibilities
Develop mid- long term technology strategies and roadmaps for mass spectrometry, characterization, and bioactivity Non-GMP development, defining core technology directions (e.g., high-resolution mass spectrometry applications, complex protein characterization, novel bioactivity assay development). Lead platform technology upgrades and capability expansions
Build standardized, modular analytical technology systems; promote cross-technology collaboration and innovation, ensuring the platform meets diverse BU project needs (e.g., monoclonal antibodies, bispecific antibodies, fusion proteins, gene therapy drugs)
Lead and manage a large technical team (including sub-teams in mass spectrometry analysis, physicochemical characterization, bioactivity assays, method development), optimize organizational structure to maximize people efficiency
Establish a top global talent pipeline; lead recruitment, development, and retention of core personnel; design dual career tracks for technical experts and management; build a team with innovative capability and industry vision
Oversee provision of full-cycle analytical support for 300+ BU global projects, including but not limited to protein sequence confirmation, structural analysis, post-translational modification characterization, and bioactivity assays; ensure data accuracy, timely reporting, and compliance
Establish strict quality control systems; optimize lab workflows and SOPs; lead root cause analysis and improvement of technical deviations and issues to ensure stable service quality
Track cutting-edge global technologies in mass spectrometry, characterization, and bioactivity assays (e.g., AI-assisted analysis, ultra-high-resolution mass spectrometry, automated characterization platforms); lead new technology introduction, validation, and translational application; drive core technology patent portfolio development
Build internal and external technical collaboration networks; interface with leading academic institutions, industry partners, and regulatory bodies at home and abroad; participate in industry standard formulation to enhance the influence in global biopharmaceutical analysis
Manage center budgets and key resources (instrumentation, consumables, manpower); optimize resource allocation to improve platform operational efficiency
Act as a key interface in BU analytical fields, collaborating deeply with R&D, process, quality, clinical departments to solve cross-functional technical challenges and promote achievement of key project milestones
Qualification
Required
Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related fields; strong academic background with biopharmaceutical analysis major is preferred
Over 15 years of experience in biopharmaceutical analysis, including at least 8 years team management experience (hold technical management experience at least 100/team size)
Proficient in mass spectrometry techniques (LC-MS, GC-MS, etc.), biopharmaceutical physicochemical characterization methods (e.g., SEC-MALS, CE-SDS, DLS), and bioactivity assay development at the non-GMP stage
Hands-on experience in the analysis of monoclonal antibodies and complex protein therapeutics
Familiar with the entire biopharmaceutical R&D process (early discovery → process development → pre-clinical)
Deep understanding of analytical technical requirements and industry regulations (e.g., ICH, FDA guidelines) at the non-GMP stage；
Proficient in biopharmaceutical analysis and relevant regulations; Excellent in biopharmaceutical CMC knowledge；
Familiar with biopharmaceutical industry practices and regulatory requirements; possesses digital management mindset
Fluent language capabilities
Company
WuXi Biologics
WuXi Biologics is a open-access technology platform company offering end-to-end solutions to empower organizations to discover and develop.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
WuXi Biologics has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
67%
Represents job field similar to this job
Engineering and Development
Sales
Management and Executive
Marketing
Legal and Compliance
Trends of Total Sponsorships
*2026 (6)
2025 (23)
2024 (32)
2023 (22)
2022 (12)
2021 (17)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2022-03-01Post Ipo Equity
2017-06-13IPO
2017-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Jijie Gu, Ph.D.
Executive Vice President & Chief Scientific Officer & Global Head BD&L
Adrienne Johnson, SPHR
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2026-07-02
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