Associate Director, Drug Substance Manufacturing – Upstream Process

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 77 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: No
Ghost-job risk at Vera Therapeutics, Inc.: high
Hiring momentum: 20 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-10-22

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About this role

The Associate Director, Drug Substance Manufacturing – Upstream Process at Vera Therapeutics will oversee all aspects of upstream biologics manufacturing, focusing on technology transfer, lifecycle management, and regulatory submissions. This role requires leading technical investigations, managing CMO relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Our read on this posting2.6out of 5

benefits: 4/5
freshness: 1/5
career value: 4/5
role clarity: 4/5
pay transparency: 0/5

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What you need

MS in relevant life sciences or engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years of Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry experience (or BS with 8 years of experience) in biologics drug substance upstream processes, technology transfer, and cGMP manufacturing operations
Extensive hands-on experience in upstream processing including cell bank management, cell culture (expansion and production), and harvest
Working knowledge of technology transfer, process validation, and routine management of GMP manufacturing
Experience in managing US/international CDMOs to help support commercial manufacturing of biologic drugs
Proven leadership and cross-functional management of CMC-related programs
Strong organizational and project management skills, including proficient use of MS Project and other tools

Nice to have

Experience in process development and/or manufacturing sciences and technology (MSAT) is preferred

What you get

Annual performance incentive bonus
New hire equity
Ongoing performance-based equity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k match
Flexible time off

Worth weighing

No specific mention of the technology stack or tools used in upstream processes
Role involves significant regulatory and compliance responsibilities which may be stressful
Remote position may require strong self-management and communication skills

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