·Provide strategic leadership, technical expertise, an d specialized knowledge in formulation development to support testing of new drug products (large molecules an d small molecules).
Write and/or review protocols, final development reports, batch records, standard operating procedures, and other technical reports to support regulatory filings.
Responsible for understanding and applying data generated from experiments used to modify/optimize formulations an d process parameters.
Work effectively in a cross-functional matrix environment, with internal an d external customers and proactively communicate with internal an d external stakeholders.
Ensure all tasks are performed according to approved development protocols an d batch records.
Author an d review appropriate CMC sections of IND an d NDA submissions.
Direct technology transfer to/from contract manufacturing organizations an d provide technical oversight of production of early stage drug products for GLP an d clinical studies.
Provide technical leadership in ensuring that vendor-manufacturing facilities are compliant with cGMP an d foster relationships with CMOs an d Contracting Testing Laboratories (CTOs), including the review an d approval of test records, forms, methods, protocols an d reports, to ensure that data an d products meet requirements and all appropriate laws an d regulatory requirements.
Qualification
Degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical development Or other scientific discipline, Or Ph.D., Or equivalent work experience related to biology Or CMC preferred
10 years Or more in the pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 8 years in formulation development area. Prior management experience preferred
Ability to establish an d maintain effective working relationships
Ability to effectively prioritize an d deliver on tight timelines
Outstanding problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented, with good organizational an d project management skills