Site Lead – Combination Product Services

As part of the ZebraSci Leadership Team, the Site Lead – Combination Product Services (Branchburg, NJ) will oversee all aspects of site operations for combination product development and testing services. This individual plays a critical role in executing the business strategy, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and maintaining a strong technical and customer-facing presence. The Site Lead is accountable for operational excellence, resource management, site-level financials, and a positive customer experience, while also contributing to broader business and product platform strategies. This role is deeply integrated with ZebraSci's product platforms, playing a pivotal role in supporting the success of primary and secondary drug delivery devices. In addition to leading site operations, the Site Lead will gather and share insights from customer projects and regulatory interactions to influence the product roadmap and shape our messaging strategy in alignment with evolving customer needs.

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Primary Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Strategic Site Management

• Directs all site operations including staff management, budgeting, resource allocation, and capacity planning.
• Drives continuous improvement, efficiency, and compliance with all applicable regulatory and quality standards.
• Manages site facilities and infrastructure to support growth, new capability introductions, and operational readiness.
• Serves as primary host for regulatory inspections and customer audits.

2. Customer Engagement and Technical Leadership

• Serves as a technical expert in combination product development and testing.
• Acts as the primary customer interface for technical discussions, project execution, site visits, and audits.
• Advises customers on combination product development strategy and testing protocols, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory and market requirements.
• Builds lasting relationships with clients through credibility, consultation, and service excellence.

3. Business Growth, Innovation & Market Intelligence

• Partners with Business Development to drive combination product services growth and integrate market needs into ZebraSci offerings.
• Leads the site's technology development team to scout and validate new testing capabilities aligned with emerging industry trends.
• Captures and shares insights from customer interactions, projects, and audits to influence platform development, product roadmap planning, and messaging strategy.
• Represents ZebraSci at key industry conferences and scientific meetings.

4. Collaboration Across Product Platforms

• Aligns with cross-functional teams to ensure synergy between service operations and product development platforms (e.g., autoinjectors, on-body devices, prefilled syringes).
• Contributes to platform innovation by integrating field insights into design feedback loops, value propositions, and strategic planning for drug delivery solutions.

5. People Leadership and Culture

• Leads and develops site team members across technical and operational functions.
• Oversees project staffing, onboarding, performance management, and capability development.
• Promotes a culture of accountability, quality, safety, and scientific excellence.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Education: Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or Life Sciences
• Experience:
• 10+ years of relevant experience in pharma, MedTech, or combination product development
• 3-5 years of people leadership experience
• Prior experience in a regulated (cGMP, ISO) environment
• Technical Skills:
• Strong background in combination product or medical device testing
• Knowledge of method development, validation, and regulatory compliance
• Deep understanding of drug-device development, design control, and system integration
• Leadership Skills:
• Proven experience in operations leadership
• Resource planning and budget management capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Education: Master's degree (MS) or PhD in Engineering or Life Sciences
• With MS: 8+ years of relevant experience (instead of 10+)
• With PhD: 6+ years of relevant experience (instead of 10+)
• Audit Experience: Experience hosting regulatory and customer audits is "strongly preferred" but not required
• Strategic Thinking: Track record of driving innovation through operational insight and customer-centric thinking
• Customer Interface: Strong presence with customers, regulators, and cross-functional peers

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA NJ Branchburg

Additional Locations

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

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