The Senior Director, Global Apheresis Operations is responsible for providing both strategic and operational leadership of global leukapheresis activities that support clinical trials and commercial cell therapy programs. This position manages the development, qualification, and performance oversight of a global network of apheresis collection centers, which procure the cellular starting materials used in advanced therapy manufacturing.
The Senior Director works collaboratively across clinical operations, quality, regulatory affairs, supply chain, manufacturing, and commercial teams to ensure that apheresis collections meet regulatory requirements and internal standards. This role also serves as a subject matter expert for apheresis procedures, site readiness, and product collection processes, contributing to clinical development, regulatory submissions, and commercial launch readiness.