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Associate Director, Combination Product Development Lead

Vor Bio · Boston, MA
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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>J<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">oin Us in Tackling Autoimmune Disease at Its Root</span></strong></p> <p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">At Vor, we believe science can do more than manage symptoms. It can change the course of disease. By advancing telitacicept, a first- and potentially best-in-class dual BAFF/APRIL inhibitor, we are silencing upstream survival signals and stopping downstream autoimmune cascades. Together, we are addressing disease at its root cause and rewriting what is possible for patients worldwide.</span></p> <p>When you join Vor, you’re not just working on a medicine. You’re part of a mission to redefine the future of autoimmune care.</p> <p><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Why Work at Vor?</strong></p> <p>Impact: Contribute directly to a medicine with best-in-disease Phase 3 results in myasthenia gravis and expansion into multiple autoimmune diseases.</p> <p>Growth: Be part of a rapidly scaling company with opportunities to grow your career in science, clinical development, commercial strategy, and beyond.</p> <p>Innovation: Work on a platform with potential beyond one indication — a therapy that has already shown consistent results across lupus, IgA nephropathy, and Sjögren’s syndrome.</p> <p>Belonging: Join a culture where every voice is heard, and where our shared mission unites us across functions and geographies.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Location: Boston, MA preferred</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Associate Director, Combination Product Development Lead</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are seeking an Associate Director, Combination Product Development&nbsp;Lead&nbsp;to drive&nbsp;development&nbsp;of combination products. This role will have end-to-end accountability for the Design History File (DHF) and will play&nbsp;a central role&nbsp;in advancing device strategy, execution, and readiness for commercialization.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You will&nbsp;operate&nbsp;at the intersection of device development, drug product, and external partner execution, with direct impact on product quality, program timelines, and patient experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Roles and Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Combination Product Development:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Lead development of&nbsp;combination product&nbsp;systems from late-stage development through commercialization.&nbsp;Translate user needs into product requirements and executable development plans with defined milestones, risks, and timelines. Drive design verification and validation activities, including test strategy, execution, and documentation. Ensure alignment between device design, container closure systems, and fill–finish processes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">DHF Ownership &amp; Compliance:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Own and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;the end-to-end Design History File&nbsp;/ Design Development File&nbsp;(DHF/DDF) across device platforms, ensuring&nbsp;compliance and quality. Partner with Quality to support reviews, audits, and&nbsp;inspection&nbsp;readiness.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Drug Product Considerations:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Apply working knowledge of injectable drug product characteristics, including viscosity, injection forces, and dose delivery, to inform device design and performance. Anticipate and resolve device–drug product interaction challenges to ensure consistent and reliable delivery.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Risk Management &amp; Usability:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Lead risk management activities, including hazard analysis and FMEA, and ensure risks are proactively&nbsp;identified&nbsp;and mitigated. Support human factors and usability efforts to ensure alignment with patient needs and intended use.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">External Partner Management:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Manage and coordinate development activities across external vendors and partners. Ensure deliverables meet technical, quality, and timeline expectations and are fully integrated into the DHF and overall development program. Support governance meetings and drive resolution of risks and dependencies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Cross-functional Collaboration:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Partner across Supply Chain, Quality, Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to&nbsp;align on&nbsp;priorities, timelines, and deliverables. Support regulatory submissions by ensuring device and combination product documentation is complete and consistent.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Program Management:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Own program-level tracking of timelines, risks, decisions, and deliverables. Maintain plans and trackers in Smartsheet and communicate progress through clear timeline views using Office Timeline. Ensure documentation is controlled,&nbsp;accurate, and&nbsp;inspection-ready.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Skills and Competencies</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Combination Product Expertise:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Strong understanding of combination product development, design controls, risk management, and verification and validation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Execution &amp; Ownership:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Ability to&nbsp;operate&nbsp;independently, manage complexity, and drive programs forward with clarity and accountability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Cross-functional Leadership:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Proven ability to work across functions and align stakeholders in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Problem Solving:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills, with the ability to&nbsp;anticipate&nbsp;risks and drive solutions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Communication:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;Clear and effective communicator, able to translate complex technical topics into actionable insights.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Education, Experience and Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in engineering or life sciences; advanced degree preferred</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">8–12+ years of experience in combination product, drug–device, or medical device development</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated experience owning a&nbsp;Design History File&nbsp;/ Design Development File&nbsp;(DHF/DDF)&nbsp;through development and commercialization</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Hands-on experience with&nbsp;parenteral injectors.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Working knowledge of injectable drug product properties and their impact on device performance</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Experience managing external development and manufacturing partners in a regulated environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Strong organizational, program execution, and documentation management skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>The salary range for the Associate Director, Combination Product Development Lead is expected to be between $170,000 and $195,000 per year. &nbsp;Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">At Vor, we support our team with robust benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, flexible paid time off, generous parental leave, and a competitive 401(k). From education assistance to wellness resources and financial security, we invest in your well-being so you can thrive at work and beyond.</span></p> <p class="p1">As an equal opportunity employer, we at Vor Bio know that diversity inspires innovation, inclusiveness, and creativity. We invite you to come as you are. All applicants will be considered for employment agnostic to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</p> <p>Please visit our website at https://www.vorbio.com/ for more information.</p></div>