Head of Process Science & Validation (PSV)

Are you passionate about shaping the future of biologics development at Lundbeck? As our new Head of Process Science & Validation (PSV), you will play a pivotal role in overseeing strategic and operational aspects of process science and validation across multiple sites and geographies. This global position is critical to ensuring alignment with Lundbeck's strategic objectives, regulatory expectations, and biologics development goals.

Your new role

In this exciting leadership role, you will:

• Lead and manage the global Process Science & Validation function within CMC Biologics, ensuring high-quality deliverables within budget and agreed timelines.
• Oversee team leaders of cross-functional teams, ensuring strategic alignment, resource allocation, and task execution.
• Drive initiatives to reduce the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and support the development of biologics and bioprocessing business cases.
• Develop and implement innovative processes to enhance efficiency and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Represent the Process Science & Validation function in governance boards and cross-functional teams, providing strategic input on biologics development and production.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to support process optimization, validation, operational readiness, and drive innovation.

You will report directly to the VP of CMC Biologics and be part of the CMC Biologics leadership team, working closely with site leaders across geographies, including Seattle and Valby. As a member of the CMC Biologics leadership team, you and the other leaders share responsibility for driving the development of the biologics pipeline as well as people development and will coordinate in LT forums on a continuous basis.

Your future team

You will join the CMC Biologics department, a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to advancing biologics development. As a manager-of-managers, you will provide leadership to team leaders overseeing cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance culture while ensuring alignment with Lundbeck’s strategic goals.

The position is based in Valby, Denmark.

What you bring to the team

We are looking for a candidate who possesses:

• PhD in a relevant scientific field with documented leadership skills and significant expertise in CMC and drug development throughout the biologics value chain.
• 10+ years of experience in process science, validation, and drug development, with a focus on biologics.
• Strong technical and strategic acumen in biologics development, particularly in BDS development, optimization, tech transfer, and validation.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams across geographies and maintain clear oversight of global priorities.
• Expertise in leading change, developing people, and building business processes.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.

Our promise to you  

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.

We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion.

Apply now

Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!

Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience.

If you have questions, please contact Torben Frandsen, VP in CMC Biologics at topf@lundbeck.com.

Applications must be received by October 17th, 2025.

Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com, LinkedIn or Instagram (@h_lundbeck).

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