Charlie Hitscherich
Experienced Biopharmaceutical Leader
- Role
- Head of External Operations at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Charlie Hitscherich
Entrepreneurial biotechnology leader skilled in developing and commercializing biotechnology products. Experienced cross-functional matrix lead with a history of building successful external partnerships and managing alliances. Actively contributed to the commercialization of five biologic parenteral drugs, five siRNA therapies, two combination products, and one oral solid dose small molecule. Sound knowledge of program management, cGMP manufacturing, phase-appropriate drug /device development, aseptic manufacturing, process validation and end to end global supply chain requirements. Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex technical concepts and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.Leadership Skills: Building high performing teams Managing change in fast paced environments Growing and developing talent Driving innovation in a matrix environment Program and alliance management Developing and building external partnershipsSpecialties Biologic and Oligonucleotide DS and DP cGMP manufacturing Drug product and combination product development Process transfer, scale up, and validation Management of contract manufacturers BLA and NDA authoring Global supply and distribution
Experience
Head of External Operations
Jan 2021 — Present
Department Head responsible for manufacturing of Alnylam’s Specialty Raw Materials, API, and Drug Product as well as management of CMC activities in support of programs partnered with Pharma and Biotech Alliance Partners.
Education
D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Commonwealth University-Lock Haven
Bachelor’s Degree, Physics
University of Iowa
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Penn State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Chemical Engineering
Skills
- Gmp
- Drug Development
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Sop
- Fda
- Validation
- Biotechnology
- Change Control
- Commercialization
- Technology Transfer
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- R&D
- Clinical Development
- Life Sciences
Find verified contacts for anyone on LinkedIn
Unifers gives sales teams verified emails and direct dials, enriched profiles, and outreach that lands in the inbox.
Free plan included · No credit card required
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.