Title: Senior Manager, Scientific Affairs

Requisition ID: 72071

Date: Jan 21, 2026

Location:

Exton, PA, US

Department: Scientific Affairs

Description:

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week

Who We Are:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

The Senior Manager role in Scientific Affairs will serve as an individual contributor. The role requires a strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ICH, ISO, GMP) applicable to sterile injectables. Strong science and risk-based thinking is essential to the role.
You will be involved in developing, leading, and managing multiple scientific projects relating to parenteral packaging and delivery demonstrating their to suitability for intended use.
You will provide scientific leadership and oversee the design of experiments, apply knowledge across multiple disciplines to generate insights applicable to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
Engaging externally as a West scientific representative and or a subject matter expert with customers, regulatory authorities, and/or other key opinion leaders, is essential to this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Understand requirements and intended use of packaging & delivery systems, analytical testing and data correlation related to the pharmaceutical market
Develop and implement scientific strategies and thought leadership aligned with business objectives
Establish communities of practice, advancing knowledge and exchanging best practices
Provide scientific guidance to internal teams and contribute to strategic planning
Translate complex science into business strategy
Interpret and communicate scientific data to internal and external audiences
Engage with external stakeholders including regulatory agencies and business partners
Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and external scientific experts
Represent the company at standard setting organizations, scientific meetings, conferences, and industry events
Attend scientific conferences and meetings to stay up to date on the latest research and advancements
Leverage analytical thinking for problem-solving
Conduct independent research to support various projects, read various studies and scientific papers to gather accurate and relevant information
Stay current with industry standards and compliance requirements

Additional Responsibilities

Work collaboratively across departments
Provide training and education to internal teams about current scientific topics and research trends
Educate and lead scientific exchanges, technical discussions, and advisory boards with various partners to obtain background on requirements and identify opportunities for market leadership
Adhere to regulations, policies, work procedures, and safety rules
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering or equivalent

Work Experience

Minimum 10 years required in drug product packaging, or a scientific/regulatory affairs role within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Possess excellent communication and presentation skills
Has the ability to translate complex science into simple actionable plans that provide scientific guidance to internal teams that contribute to business success
Adaptable to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and dealing with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
Ability to effectively communicate and comprehend complex ideas and concepts
Pharmaceutical or life science industry experience recommended
Be proficient in Microsoft Office
Be aware of all relevant SOPs, as per Company policy, as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Ability to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

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West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.