Associate Director/Director, CMC Operations and Portfolio Management
About the role
Description At Merida Biosciences, we are pioneering true precision medicines for antibody-driven diseases. We specifically target pathogenic antibodies and their cellular sources with bespoke Fc biotherapeutics engineered to selectively and completely eliminate the root causes of autoimmune and allergic diseases, and to achieve deep, durable responses while preserving essential immunity. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our mission to transform treatment paradigms across the spectrum of antibody-driven diseases. Merida Biosciences is seeking an Associate Director/Director, CMC Operations & Portfolio Management to drive operational excellence and portfolio-level execution across our biologics development programs. This role supports both CMC program execution and the growth of the organization. Working closely with CMC Technical Leads, the focus is on strong planning, proactive risk management, and clear cross-functional coordination. The position combines hands-on program support with broader efforts to build the systems, processes, and visibility needed to scale the CMC function. This is initially an individual contributor role with the opportunity to build and oversee a small team over time, including project management and drug supply operations. Key
Responsibilities CMC Program Execution & Portfolio Oversight Partner with CMC Technical Leads to support execution across biologics programs, ensuring alignment with development strategy and corporate timelines Co-own integrated CMC plans with Technical Leads, including timelines, milestones, and cross-functional dependencies Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and communication across programs Establish and maintain portfolio-level dashboards, KPIs, and reporting for senior leadership and governance forums Support clear and effective communication of CMC progress, risks, and key decisions to Asset Development Teams (ADTs) Operational Excellence & Infrastructure Design and implement scalable CMC project management tools, processes, and best practices Build and maintain risk registers, scenario planning frameworks, and program dashboards Evaluate and optimize meeting structures, governance, and communication cadence across the CMC organization Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance execution, transparency, and efficiency Ensure clear roles and