Location: Groton,CT, USA
Salary Range: $175,000-$280,000/yr
As a Director in the Materials Science group you will lead a team of 6 - 12 pre-formulation scientists to assess the chemical and physical properties, and evaluate their suitability for progression into clinical studies and ultimately to commercialization. You will have a strong passion for developing early career scientists and be skilled at guiding them to solve difficult technical problems. You will also be constantly looking for ways to improve the speed and efficiency of scientific and business processes used in the development of medicines.
A knowledge of solid-state chemistry, pre-formulation, and computational chemistry is essential for this technical leadership position. In addition, experience of working successfully as part of a global multidisciplinary organization is vital for your success. You will be responsible for the continuous enhancement of technical skills, scientific knowledge, and personal growth of colleagues. You will also have the opportunity to grow your skills as a people leader with the potential to become a senior leader that helps set the future direction of drug product design and development.
Basic qualifications
• PhD in Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline with 10+ years relevant experience in small molecule drug substance / drug product development, or BS/MS in Pharmaceutics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 15 years relevant pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Extensive practical experience working within cross-disciplinary project teams and achieving results in a matrix environment.
• Experience in actively developing and advancing scientific initiatives and external collaborations.
• Proven track record of mentoring and coaching early and mid-career scientists.
• A passion for leadership and the ability to guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
• Excellent organizational and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively.