Albert B Sabin Vaccine Institute Inc

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Description: Reports to: President, Research and Development (R&D) Location: Remote Work, US Only Why Sabin: Our mission is to make vaccines more accessible, enable innovation and expand immunization across the globe. We seek a future free from vaccine-preventable diseases. We are an innovative, collaborative, and engaged team that values accountability, teamwork, partnership and driving impact. We are vaccine champions improving lives through immunization. Sabin staff, management and the Board of Trustees are committed to ensuring that fairness, integrity, and opportunity remain at the core of how we operate. Position Summary: The Vice President, CMC will serve as a key member of the Sabin Vaccine Institute’s R&D leadership team, responsible for overseeing Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) strategy and execution across Sabin’s vaccine development programs. This leader will provide scientific, operational, and organizational leadership to ensure that vaccine development and manufacturing activities are conducted with excellence, efficiency, and compliance — from development through post-licensure. This individual will bring deep technical expertise in process development and manufacturing of biologics or vaccines, combined with a proven ability to lead high-performing teams, drive long-term strategic planning, and foster cross-functional collaboration. The VP will work closely with internal R&D teams, external partners, CDMOs, and regulatory authorities to ensure seamless integration of technical and operational plans supporting Sabin’s mission to advance vaccine development for global health. Key Responsibilities: R&D Leadership • Be an active member of the R&D Leadership Team (LT) that drives the culture, strategy and pipeline execution of Sabin R&D. • Set an example for all R&D staff by demonstrating integrity, a passionate and positive attitude, commitment to working collaboratively with other members of the R&D LT and staff and unwavering dedication to Sabin’s mission and development programs. • Work with R&D LT and Sabin executive leadership to set strategic goals and objectives for Sabin programs, portfolio and strategy.? • Contribute to reporting deliverables to Sabin’s Board of Trustees R&D Committee, regulators and funding agencies/organizations. • Support budget development and staffing projections. • Attract, recruit qualified talent, supervise, mentor, coach and train team members, as assigned. Strategic Leadership & Vision • Develop and implement the long-range CMC strategy aligned with Sabin’s scientific and organizational goals, and in alignment with governance framework. • Serve as a core member of the R&D Leadership Team, providing strategic insight and scientific guidance to inform program and portfolio planning, clinical readiness, and resource prioritization. • Provide vision for manufacturing technical transfer and scalability, external partnerships, and global supply planning. • Represent CMC function in key governance forums, ensuring timely, evidence-based decisions that balance scientific innovation with operational and financial discipline. People Leadership & Development • Build, mentor, and lead multidisciplinary CMC team with a focus on talent development, knowledge sharing, cross-program learning opportunities, accountability, and innovation. • Foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that promotes continuous learning and growth. • Develop and coach technical and operational leaders to ensure future succession and capacity. • Provide clear direction and feedback, supporting individual development plans and career progression. Operational Management • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and productivity across CMC. • Drive integrated planning processes linking CMC to clinical and regulatory milestones. • Partner across R&D to ensure transparent governance and timely decision-making. • Oversee operational budgets for CMC, ensuring cost-effective planning and use of internal and external resources. • Monitor financial performance, forecast CMC expenditures, and provide regular updates. • Oversee vendor management and partnership strategies for efficient, compliant execution. External Partnerships and Government Collaboration • Serve as the primary CMC interface with U.S. and global funding agencies (e.g., BARDA, CEPI, Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust), ensuring compliance with grant, contract, and reporting requirements. • Lead CMC technical and financial negotiations, milestone definitions, and performance metrics for funded projects. • Represent Sabin in scientific, technical, and funding discussions with external partners, ensuring alignment between sponsor expectations and internal capabilities. • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the global vaccine ecosystem, including manufacturers, regulators, and donors, to support Sabin’s mission and sustainability. Requirements: • Minimum bachelor’s degree in a related discipline; Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline preferred. • Minimum of 16 years of experience in CMC, technical operations, or biopharmaceutical development; 8+ years in leadership. • Demonstrated track record leading vaccine or biologics CMC programs from IND to licensure and, ideally, managing post-marketing commitments and requirements • Deep understanding of GMP manufacturing, process development, analytical testing, US and EU pharmaceutical/CMC regulations including those related to product development • Experience in drafting sections for INDs, DSURs, BLA/NDAs, and ex-US equivalents • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication and presentation skills • Proven track record in building and managing high-performing, healthy teams • Exemplary ability to manage and synthesize complex data into actionable insights and distill complex, highly technical product development requirements and strategies • Demonstrated ability to operate with purpose, urgency, and accuracy in a fast-paced and deadline- and mission-driven environment; Ability to manage complex tasks, prioritize competing objectives and work well under pressure • Experience working with U.S. and ex-U.S. non-dilutive funding partners. • Ability to travel approximately 10-20% domestically and internationally with notice. Other: • Subject to a criminal background investigation • Request for three professional references • Verification of education/degrees Sabin’s philosophy is to ensure fair, unbiased, equitable, competitive compensation and benefits. Using benchmarking and salary survey data, the annual salary for this position is up to $315,000. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, and certifications/degree. As a grant-funded organization, Sabin actively seeks funding for existing and new programs. Sabin offers a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts. Employer paid, Life and Disability insurance along with 11 paid holidays with a winter break between Christmas and New Years. Employer match on 401(k). Sabin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability or genetic information, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy or sexual orientation), marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.