Head of MSAT (Manufacturing Science & Technology)
CDMO | Dundee, Scotland | Senior Leadership Role
up to £85,000
About the Company
Our client is a globally established contract research, development and manufacturing partner focused exclusively on the animal health sector.
Supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology organisations worldwide, the company provides integrated services spanning development, technical transfer, scale-up and commercial manufacturing of veterinary medicines for both companion and livestock markets.
With operations across the UK, Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, the organisation has built a strong reputation as a strategic partner to animal health innovators, combining scientific expertise, operational excellence and long-term customer collaboration.
The business continues to invest significantly in its global manufacturing network and technical capabilities, with the Dundee site playing a key role in delivering complex development and commercial programmes to international clients.
Driven by a collaborative and performance-led culture, the organisation places strong emphasis on innovation, customer partnership and continuous improvement across its operations.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) to join the senior leadership team at a key pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Dundee.
The Head of MSAT will lead the strategic direction, delivery and ongoing development of technical services, process support and technology transfer activities across the site.
This role is critical in ensuring robust manufacturing performance, successful product lifecycle management and high-quality technical delivery to global customers. The position requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on technical oversight across process troubleshooting, validation, process monitoring and new product introduction activities.
The successful individual will act as a central technical leader within the organisation while serving as a senior interface with customers and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and strategic direction for the MSAT and Analytical/Technical Services teams
Develop technical capability across the function, ensuring appropriate expertise exists to support current and future manufacturing programmes
Lead technology transfer and new product introduction activities across the site
Drive continuous process improvement initiatives and operational optimisation
Ensure implementation and maintenance of safe, GMP-compliant working practices
Provide senior technical troubleshooting and process support to manufacturing operations
Ensure products remain in a validated state throughout their commercial lifecycle through ongoing monitoring and validation oversight
Contribute as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, supporting site strategy and performance delivery
Establish and track technical and operational KPIs aligned to business objectives
Act as senior escalation point for customers, building strong technical and commercial relationships
Support stability programmes and lifecycle management activities across product portfolios
Qualifications
MSc or equivalent qualification in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy or related discipline
Demonstrated experience delivering successful drug product technology transfer programmes
Experience & Knowledge
8–12+ years' experience within pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments
Progressive leadership experience managing technical or MSAT functions
Strong knowledge of GMP and global regulatory requirements including FDA standards
Proven background in pharmaceutical formulation, process development or manufacturing technologies
Experience driving operational improvement and implementing new technical strategies
Strong analytical and data interpretation capability
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities
Experience working within CDMO, contract manufacturing or customer-facing environments highly advantageous
Familiarity with ERP systems and standard business software platforms