CMC Lead

Lonza•Bend, OR

15h•Onsite

About The Position

CMC Lead The location of this job is in Bend, Oregon (USA). Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of. Lonza is seeking a Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) Lead to join our team in Bend, OR. As the CMC Lead, Bioavailability Enhancement , you will leverage your expertise in pharmaceutics, chemistry, material science, and engineering to address challenges in oral drug delivery, formulation, process development, and manufacturing. You will guide cross functional product development teams across a portfolio of client programs, driving work plans aligned with scientific hypotheses and project objectives . You will evaluate data, make informed tactical and strategic decisions, and adapt development plans to ensure successful program progression. What you will get: A dynamic, agile work environment. An inclusive, ethical company culture. Competitive compensation aligned with performance. M edical, dental, and vision benefits. Opportunities to lead project teams, shape strategy, and approve SME ‑ generated work plans that support project hypotheses and milestones. What you will do: Collaborate with clients and internal subject matter experts to establish problem statements and define program strategy. Resolve cross functional technical issues at the project level. S upport GMP manufacturing by participating in activities, such as : development study design and execution, training, clinical tech transfer, investigation support, product commercialization and ongoing product support, equipment design and qualification, and change control. Develop and maintain detailed project plans to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to client expectations. Ensure timely , high quality delivery of technical progress reports. Take accountability for both technical and financial project success, working closely with internal SMEs. Ensure the technical quality of deliverables and contribute to the strength of client relationships. Provide performance feedback to Line Managers regarding SMEs and project team members. Represent Lonza’s expertise at conferences, webinars, client meetings, and through publications , as applicable . Address unique, complex problems with broad business impact. Analyze internal and external business trends and recommend solutions. What we are looking for: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in chemistry, engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline. Extensive experience in drug development or related field, including relevant graduate school experience. Experience leading oral drug delivery programs is highly preferred . Advanced understanding of analytical techniques used for oral drug products and intermediates, especially those involving amorphous formulations. Strong background in Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities to advance oral drug products through clinical development. Experience with spray drying, hot melt extrusion, and other oral drug product and bioavailability ‑ enhancing technologies . Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference. Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individuals with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in chemistry, engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline.
Extensive experience in drug development or related field, including relevant graduate school experience.
Advanced understanding of analytical techniques used for oral drug products and intermediates, especially those involving amorphous formulations.
Strong background in Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities to advance oral drug products through clinical development.
Experience with spray drying, hot melt extrusion, and other oral drug product and bioavailability ‑ enhancing technologies .

Nice To Haves

Experience leading oral drug delivery programs is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with clients and internal subject matter experts to establish problem statements and define program strategy.
Resolve cross functional technical issues at the project level.
Support GMP manufacturing by participating in activities, such as : development study design and execution, training, clinical tech transfer, investigation support, product commercialization and ongoing product support, equipment design and qualification, and change control.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to client expectations.
Ensure timely , high quality delivery of technical progress reports.
Take accountability for both technical and financial project success, working closely with internal SMEs.
Ensure the technical quality of deliverables and contribute to the strength of client relationships.
Provide performance feedback to Line Managers regarding SMEs and project team members.
Represent Lonza’s expertise at conferences, webinars, client meetings, and through publications , as applicable .
Address unique, complex problems with broad business impact.
Analyze internal and external business trends and recommend solutions.