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Ines Hassen

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Summary

Accomplished professional with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specializing in biotech and small molecule, including solid dosage forms and parenterals. I am a results-oriented leader recognized for my strategic management expertise and a proven track record in driving organizational growth through effective business strategies and process optimization. I demonstrate exceptional adaptability and collaboration skills, consistently delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic and fast-paced environments. My strong capabilities in risk management and problem-solving enable me to identify challenges and implement effective solutions that enhance project success.

I am personally committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, particularly for differently abled individuals. I believe that creating an environment where all team members feel valued and empowered to share their ideas contributes significantly to innovation and collaboration, ultimately supporting the company's mission and goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director Biotech CMC Lead for Onco Immuno Oncology

Merck Group
09.2018 - Current
  • Lead a cross-functional CMC expert team—including Regulatory CMC, Quality, Supply Chain, Drug Substance/Drug Product experts, Manufacturing Sites, and Analytical Specialists—to define and implement lifecycle management (LCM) CMC strategies that align with supply chain objectives, business franchise goals, and the overall company strategy for the oncology portfolio, ensuring a patient-centric approach.
  • Champion Belonging and Inclusion by establishing an Employee Resource Group dedicated to foster and promote workplace inclusivity for individuals with diverse abilities.
  • Manage relationships with external strategic partners to enhance collaboration and drive project success.
  • Mentor team members to support talent development and facilitate career growth.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while aligning with industry best practices.
  • Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication psychological safety and empowering employees to contribute their ideas.
  • Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on projects and business operations.

Sr Manufacturing Scientist Process Science Solid Dosage Forms and Parenterals

Biogen
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Support complex investigation, new product introduction.
  • Standardization of working tools.
  • Facilitate problem solving tools.
  • Drive deep dive product to evaluate process performance, appropriate control strategy and process improvements.
  • Template module 3 .2 P. 3 sections
  • Member of continuous improvements

Senior Manufacturing Scientist Biologics

Biogen
06.2015 - 06.2017

Technical Product Lead – Biotech Product

  • Acted as the end-to-end manufacturing process representative within the CMC team.
  • Led manufacturing investigations, process validation, and process transfer.
  • Monitored and ensured CMO manufacturing performance through continuous process verification (CPV).
  • Authored regulatory CMC documentation (Module3).
  • Managed projects involving cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams to achieve strategic objectives.

Leadership

  • Completed the Director Development Program, a 12-month leadership program for talent focused on Leading People and Insights, Business Acumen and Strategy, Project Management, and Leading Change, delivered by the Center for Creative Leadership.
  • Leading within a Matrix workshop within the CMC team to enhance decision-making processes.

Business Processes

  • Co-led the development of a global company Technology Transfer business process to standardize practices across the organization.
  • Served as a member of the Continuous Improvement Steering Committee

Senior Manufacturing Scientist Solid Dosage Form

Biogen
10.2013 - 09.2015


  • Technical expertise across multiple manufacturing technologies including oral solid dosage forms (direct compression, coating, capsule)
  • Project management of cross functional and multidisciplinary team
  • Lead manufacturing investigations, process validation and process transfer
  • Ensure CMO manufacturing performance (CPV) and process improvements
  • Author CMC document for regulatory (Module 3, FDA type C meeting)

Pharmaceutical Development Project Leader (sterile Products)

Mylan
07.2007 - 09.2013
  • End to end Pharmaceutical development of generic sterile drug products from Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) sourcing to marketing authorization approval.
  • Led external development programs, including process development, technical transfers (both process and analytical), and manufacturing process validation, while authoring development reports and ensuring compliance with Module 3 and Module 2.3 (DCP, CP of NDA).
  • Managed CRO and CMO sourcing, conducting due diligence and establishing technical agreements to support project objectives.
  • Directed project management activities, including the development of project plans, timelines, execution strategies, and budget negotiations/tracking.
  • Acted as a technical expert for innovative global projects, addressing regulatory deficiency letters and troubleshooting process-related issues.
  • Contributed to business development efforts by participating in due diligence activities and providing critical technical assessments and insights.

Manufacturing Process Project Leader (tablets)

FAMAR
05.2006 - 06.2007
  • Technical support for Life Cycle management products: trouble shooting and process optimization (wet granulation, film coating for sustained release form).
  • Scale up, process transfer, process optimization and validation

Pharmaceutical Development Project Lead (Tablets)

FAMAR
02.2003 - 04.2006
  • Formulation-process development- Scale up- process validation- analytical transfer-stability studies
  • Pharmaceutical forms and technologies: tablets, direct compression, wet granulation, sachet, effervescent tablets

Manufacturing Manager (tablets)

Cenexi
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Management of the team
  • Setting up of a new manufacturing area for high potent drug product (containment)
  • Pre-approval inspection for FDA agreement
  • Equipment Qualification of new manufacturing area
  • Manufacturing process transfer and validation: wet granulation, fluid bed dryer, direct compression

Head of Pharmaceutical Development Solid Dosage Forms

Cenexi
06.2002 - 12.2002
  • Management of the development team
  • Formulation of low dosage forms (hormones) and high potent drug products, process validation.
  • Management of the packaging activity for clinical studies

Apprenticeship, Pharmaceutical Development

Merck Group
09.2000 - 09.2001
  • Development of capsule, syrup, tablets for clinical phase
  • Cleaning validation

Internship in Quality Control Laboratory

Merck KGaA
05.2000 - 08.2000
  • HPLC method Optimization and ICH validation

Education

Director development program - Leadership; Leading People and Insights, Business Acumen and Strategy, Project & Change Management

Center for Creative Leadership
01.2016

Master's degree -

EM Lyon Business School
01.2001

Master degree - formulation, process development and manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Industry Institute of Lyon(I.P.I.L)
01.2001

Doctor in pharmacy -

Pharmaceutical University Claude Bernard Lyon
01.2001

Skills

  • Business strategy, Strategies and goals
  • Portfolio Management, project management
  • Injectable, solid dosage forms
  • Strategic partnership
  • Cross-functional team leadership, effective leader, team collaboration
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Technology transfer
  • Decision-making
  • Risk management
  • GMP & Regulatory compliance

Languages

French
English
German

Personal Information

Title: Director CMC lead for Onco immuno Onco portfolio at Merck

Timeline

Director Biotech CMC Lead for Onco Immuno Oncology

Merck Group
09.2018 - Current

Sr Manufacturing Scientist Process Science Solid Dosage Forms and Parenterals

Biogen
07.2017 - 08.2018

Senior Manufacturing Scientist Biologics

Biogen
06.2015 - 06.2017

Senior Manufacturing Scientist Solid Dosage Form

Biogen
10.2013 - 09.2015

Pharmaceutical Development Project Leader (sterile Products)

Mylan
07.2007 - 09.2013

Manufacturing Process Project Leader (tablets)

FAMAR
05.2006 - 06.2007

Pharmaceutical Development Project Lead (Tablets)

FAMAR
02.2003 - 04.2006

Head of Pharmaceutical Development Solid Dosage Forms

Cenexi
06.2002 - 12.2002

Manufacturing Manager (tablets)

Cenexi
01.2002 - 01.2003

Apprenticeship, Pharmaceutical Development

Merck Group
09.2000 - 09.2001

Internship in Quality Control Laboratory

Merck KGaA
05.2000 - 08.2000

Director development program - Leadership; Leading People and Insights, Business Acumen and Strategy, Project & Change Management

Center for Creative Leadership

Master's degree -

EM Lyon Business School

Master degree - formulation, process development and manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Industry Institute of Lyon(I.P.I.L)

Doctor in pharmacy -

Pharmaceutical University Claude Bernard Lyon
Ines Hassen