Dragonfly Therapeutics, Inc.
Associate Director of Downstream Process Development
Dragonfly Therapeutics, Inc., Watertown, Massachusetts, us, 02472
Associate Director of Downstream Process Development
Dragonfly Therapeutics is seeking a Downstream Process Development expert to join our team. This position will provide key technical leadership in advancing our internal DSP capabilities for the purification of bispecific antibodies, cytokines, and other protein-based therapeutics. We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise in the development and optimization of downstream processes for the production of novel biologics. The individual in this role will be responsible for design, scale-up, and transfer purification processes from laboratory scale to manufacturing, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and meeting project timelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in chromatography, filtration, as well as a strategic vision for developing innovative solutions in downstream processing. This is a great opportunity for the right individual to bring their leadership and capabilities to Dragonfly as we advance our clinical development portfolio.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):Oversee the design, development, and optimization of downstream processes, including purification methods like chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, etc.), filtration, and ultrafiltration/diafiltrationLead efforts in process scaling and technology transfer from Dragonfly PD to external GMP manufacturing vendors, ensuring robust and reproducible resultsMentor junior scientists both within CMC as well as across the broader Biologics teamSupport preclinical and IND-enabling material production needs in collaboration with the research teamOversee the product lifecycle, from feasibility studies to full-scale production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project milestonesIdentify opportunities for innovation and improvement in downstream processes, driving cost-effective and scalable solutionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including protein sciences, upstream development, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration and process successEstablish strong relationships and foster collaboration both internal at Dragonfly and with external partnersAuthor and review technical and scientific documents including but not limited to study protocols, reports, manufacturing batch records, sections of regulatory filings, and SOPsQualifications:
Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field with 7+ years of experience in downstream process development (title commensurate with experience)At least 3 years in a leadership role within the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech strongly preferred)Strong expertise in the purification of biologics, including monoclonal antibodies, proteins, viral vectors, or similar biologicsExperience with scale-up and technology transfer to GMP manufacturingExperience designing viral clearance studiesExtensive knowledge of downstream purification techniques (e.g., chromatography, filtration) and associated analytical methodsProven track record of supporting IND-enabling studies and regulatory submissionsFamiliarity with automated process development tools and high-throughput screening technologiesExperience working with CDMOs and external manufacturing partnersExperience with process characterization, validation, and PPQ run support is a plusWorking knowledge of relevant ICH guidelines, GMPs and global regulatory requirementsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated creativity, strong interpersonal and collaborative skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and balance multiple prioritiesIndependently motivated, detail-oriented, and "can-do" attitudeApproximately 10% travel in support of manufacturing activities at the CDMOs
About Dragonfly
Dragonfly Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing and commercializing therapies that use its novel multispecific antibody technology to harness the body's immune system to bring breakthrough treatments to patients. In addition to its wholly owned clinical assets, Dragonfly has a deep pipeline of wholly owned preclinical candidates discovered using its proprietary platform, as well as productive collaborations with Merck, AbbVie, Gilead and Bristol Myers Squibb in a broad range of disease areas.
Our mission is to revolutionize disease treatment by inventing natural killer cell-based therapies for vastly improved patient outcomes. We believe in a small team with a big impact.
Dragonfly Therapeutics is seeking a Downstream Process Development expert to join our team. This position will provide key technical leadership in advancing our internal DSP capabilities for the purification of bispecific antibodies, cytokines, and other protein-based therapeutics. We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise in the development and optimization of downstream processes for the production of novel biologics. The individual in this role will be responsible for design, scale-up, and transfer purification processes from laboratory scale to manufacturing, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and meeting project timelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in chromatography, filtration, as well as a strategic vision for developing innovative solutions in downstream processing. This is a great opportunity for the right individual to bring their leadership and capabilities to Dragonfly as we advance our clinical development portfolio.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):Oversee the design, development, and optimization of downstream processes, including purification methods like chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, etc.), filtration, and ultrafiltration/diafiltrationLead efforts in process scaling and technology transfer from Dragonfly PD to external GMP manufacturing vendors, ensuring robust and reproducible resultsMentor junior scientists both within CMC as well as across the broader Biologics teamSupport preclinical and IND-enabling material production needs in collaboration with the research teamOversee the product lifecycle, from feasibility studies to full-scale production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project milestonesIdentify opportunities for innovation and improvement in downstream processes, driving cost-effective and scalable solutionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including protein sciences, upstream development, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration and process successEstablish strong relationships and foster collaboration both internal at Dragonfly and with external partnersAuthor and review technical and scientific documents including but not limited to study protocols, reports, manufacturing batch records, sections of regulatory filings, and SOPsQualifications:
Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field with 7+ years of experience in downstream process development (title commensurate with experience)At least 3 years in a leadership role within the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech strongly preferred)Strong expertise in the purification of biologics, including monoclonal antibodies, proteins, viral vectors, or similar biologicsExperience with scale-up and technology transfer to GMP manufacturingExperience designing viral clearance studiesExtensive knowledge of downstream purification techniques (e.g., chromatography, filtration) and associated analytical methodsProven track record of supporting IND-enabling studies and regulatory submissionsFamiliarity with automated process development tools and high-throughput screening technologiesExperience working with CDMOs and external manufacturing partnersExperience with process characterization, validation, and PPQ run support is a plusWorking knowledge of relevant ICH guidelines, GMPs and global regulatory requirementsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated creativity, strong interpersonal and collaborative skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and balance multiple prioritiesIndependently motivated, detail-oriented, and "can-do" attitudeApproximately 10% travel in support of manufacturing activities at the CDMOs
About Dragonfly
Dragonfly Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing and commercializing therapies that use its novel multispecific antibody technology to harness the body's immune system to bring breakthrough treatments to patients. In addition to its wholly owned clinical assets, Dragonfly has a deep pipeline of wholly owned preclinical candidates discovered using its proprietary platform, as well as productive collaborations with Merck, AbbVie, Gilead and Bristol Myers Squibb in a broad range of disease areas.
Our mission is to revolutionize disease treatment by inventing natural killer cell-based therapies for vastly improved patient outcomes. We believe in a small team with a big impact.