Senior Director, Global Gas Technology

Accountabilities

The Senior Director will lead the global gas technology function, establish strategic priorities, and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality technical services across regions. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, develop, and manage the global EO and VHP Gas Technology organization, including direct people management, talent development, and succession planning.

• Ensure timely and effective delivery of technical services and support to internal and external customers worldwide.

• Assess organizational capabilities and ensure technical teams are appropriately resourced to support business growth, profitability, and customer requirements.

• Provide global oversight of gas sterilization process qualifications, including Operational Qualification (OQ) and Performance Qualification (PQ), ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards.

• Drive the harmonization of technical procedures, processes, and best practices across global regions.

• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Quality, Compliance, and Laboratory teams to improve operational performance and customer outcomes.

• Sponsor and advance gas technology innovation, including initiatives focused on operational efficiency and sustainability.

• Represent the organization as a recognized industry authority, contributing to relevant standards and stakeholder organizations such as ISO and AAMI.

• Develop and execute strategies to strengthen global leadership, market position, and influence in gas sterilization technology.

• Guide the long-term development of technical services, qualification capabilities, and Gas Tech Center operations.

Requirements

Candidates should combine extensive scientific and sterilization expertise with proven global leadership experience in a highly technical, regulated environment. The following qualifications are required:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.

• At least 10 years of direct experience in sterility assurance.

• At least 10 years of experience in standards development relevant to radiation or gas sterilization processing.

• At least 10 years of experience with laboratory testing associated with sterilization.

• At least 7 years of direct experience managing a global, highly technical team in a regulated environment.

• Working knowledge of relevant ISO standards, including ISO 10993-7, the ISO 11138 series, and the ISO 11737 series.

• Strong scientific and technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Sound understanding of research methodologies, including the ability to perform statistical and data analysis.

• Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to communicate effectively at executive level.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent business education.

• Experience working in an FDA-regulated environment.

• Familiarity with radiation sterilization modalities.

• Experience leading or contributing to peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Benefits

• Annual base salary ranging from $167,450 to $216,700, depending on qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

• Eligibility for performance-based bonus compensation and long-term incentives (LTI).

• Competitive paid time off and nine additional paid holidays.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Maternity and paternity leave.

• Optional additional benefits and employee discounts, including pet insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.

• Professional development and opportunities for career advancement within a stable, long-term organization.

• Remote work arrangement for qualified candidates residing in the Continental United States.

• Approximately 20% travel.