The Sr. Manager, Process Analytics and Technical Services will help drive the development of Sarepta's Gene Therapy viral vector manufacturing platform and contribute substantially to the collation of the internal process performance and product characterization knowledge base. Working as a member of Gene Therapy Process Analytics and Downstream Development group, He/she will be responsible for providing managerial oversight of the routine testing function conducted internally at Sarepta's GT process development facility in Burlington, MA. This position will have direct management of a team of individuals dedicated to routine testing and will collaborate with their peers within the department to effectively allocate resources towards this function. Additionally, this role will support method development and method transfer for critical in-process assays. The position requires in-depth interactions with scientists and process development specialists from various internal functions and external contract development organizations. The ideal candidate will be an expert in analytical testing requirements and will have experience with direct line management of junior and senior level scientific staff.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Strong leadership aptitude with demonstrated ability to effectively manage a small team of highly trained individuals and a proven track record of success partnering in a complex, matrix environment


• Ability to apply highly complex engineering principles and statistical analyses, including design of experiments, in-order to solve processing issues and evaluate opportunities for process improvements


• Ability to multi-task and function in a dynamic environment


• Prior QC laboratory experience preferred but not required


• Expertise with PCR, CE and LC based analytical techniques


• Demonstrated ability to organize a team around common goals and prioritize effectively


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Education and Skills Requirements:

• B.S. in life sciences or engineering field with 12+ years related experience, MS in life sciences or engineering field with 8+ years related experience, PhD in a related field with 3+ years of years related experience


• Must have exceptional working knowledge of CMC operations relating to research and development and clinical trial manufacturing.


• Demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects/priorities. Provides budget estimates and ensures deliverables of the team are met.


• Experience implementing systems, processes, and best practices for support of analytical testing services.

• Ability to work independently with limited direction while working successfully in a cross-functional environment.


• Solution-based, creative thinker with a "can do"/"do-what-it-takes" attitude and superb organizational and communications-both written and oral

• Demonstrated leadership in clinical-stage drug development settings with strong analytical skills and entrepreneurial drive.


• Highly collaborative team player who fosters open communication, facilitates mutual understanding and cooperation with all stakeholders.


• Competent and knowledgeable with standard computer software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, PMIS, etc.

• Recognized by former peers, colleagues, managers and direct reports for attributes congruent with Sarepta Values: Drive, Excellence, Resilience, Teamwork, Innovation and Compassion

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.

Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.