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About the Role

This is a key role within our Technical Operations team, reporting to the VP of Technical Development. The Director of Downstream Development will focus on all aspects of downstream process development, scale-up, tech transfer, CDMO oversight, process troubleshooting, and generating data packages for regulatory submissions. The role involves working closely with drug product and analytical teams, and developing the economic model for the downstream process. The individual is expected to be hands-on and adaptable in a lean, start-up environment, leveraging CDMO and consulting resources.

Responsibilities

Develop downstream process conditions with key parameters specified, leveraging the CDMO process platform adapted to our specific monoclonal antibody.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify unit operations, raw materials, equipment, sampling plan and in-process testing and overall control plans for the downstream process (Seed train, inoculum train, bioreactor and harvest) with thoughtful integration into the overall manufacturing process from seed train to final vial.
Design and oversee studies/activities necessary for process optimization and continuous improvement to assure robust and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
Provide technical oversight of the development and manufacturing activities at the CDMO.
Develop process and control strategies with an eye towards consistent and reproducible manufacturing processes and final drug substances.
Support manufacturing deviations, OOS, investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPAs, as necessary.
Manage and execute troubleshooting activities, as necessary.
Transfer manufacturing operations to new CDMOs as part of the overall project plan to ensure supply chain reliability.
Support the Drug Product Process Development group with material supply and some analytical support.
Develop technical content suitable for internal quality processes and regulatory submissions.
Contribute to preparation and review of regulatory documents for submission to FDA and other regulatory authorities.
Identify and utilize expert consultants to help address key technical questions.
Build and maintain a strong cooperative working relationship with colleagues in Drug Product, Analytical, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Development, Project Management, and Legal.
Develop cost model for the downstream process.

Requirements

Must have ability to travel to CDMO sites (Average upto 20 % of the time with peak needs during certain critical windows).
Internal laboratory work, not expected immediately, but may be needed in the future.
Demonstrated ability to independently write technical reports based on sound data analysis and experimental design.
Demonstrated understanding of overall drug development workflow and how CMC can enable acceleration of drug development in a cross functional environment.
Knowledge of cGMPs, especially as related to a virtual environment where manufacturing is currently outsourced to third party vendors.
Excellent professional and interpersonal skills, especially for developing and maintaining relationships with CDMO’s.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in-person or virtually (both at Marea or a CDMO site).
Goal oriented and ability to deliver on timelines and commitments.
Leverages the technical insights about the process and product to proactively identify critical CMC risks early and propose/implement right-sized mitigation.
Demonstrated understanding of the product attributes and analytical methods to guide process development, improvement.

Skills

Downstream bioprocess development
Process development
Tech transfer
Scale up
Monoclonal antibodies
CHO-derived monoclonal antibodies
Process optimization
Continuous improvement
Manufacturing processes
Drug development workflow
cGMPs
Technical reports
Data analysis
Experimental design
Process and control strategies
Troubleshooting
Cost modeling

Location

South San Francisco

Work Type

Onsite
Hands-On

Experience Level

8 years of relevant experience
10 years of relevant experience

Education Level

D. in Chemical Engineering or Microbiology, Biology or a related discipline
BS/MS

Salary/Compensations

Compensation and title will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

About the Company

Marea Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco with a growing pipeline of first-in-class therapies to address genetically validated cardioendocrine disease targets.
Our therapies have the potential to serve as transformative treatment options for significant patient populations living with cardioendocrine diseases.
The company’s lead program, MAR001, is being developed for the treatment of severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG), a condition characterized by very high triglyceride levels and elevated risk of acute pancreatitis.
Preclinical models with MAR001 demonstrated reduction in triglycerides, remnant cholesterol and ectopic fat, and improved insulin sensitivity.
MAR001 has demonstrated strong and a differentiated profile in patients and is approaching Phase 3 development.
Our second clinical asset, MAR002, is a monoclonal antibody targeting excess growth hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the rare hormonal disorder, acromegaly.
MAR002 has potential to become best-in-disease and is quickly progressing into Phase 2/3 clinical development.
We also have a third asset that is swiftly advancing through research discovery, with DC nomination expected this year.
At Marea, we believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of leading by example.
We are a tight-knit team that values the contributions of every member, from interns to senior leaders.
Our environment is dynamic, with each day presenting new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Every role is “Hands-On”, and the successful candidate will be able to work alongside team members, regardless of level, to understand challenges and drive results.

Equal Opportunity

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.
We invite applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.