Sr Director/Executive Director, Pharm Science Technical Lead
About The Position
This role is a senior scientific and strategic leadership position responsible for advancing pharmaceutical development and CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) strategy across clinical and commercial-stage programs. The individual will lead cross-functional pharmaceutical sciences activities including formulation development, analytical development, process development, manufacturing, technology transfer, regulatory submissions, and lifecycle management. The role requires a proven leader with deep expertise in pharmaceutical development, strong regulatory and quality knowledge, and the ability to lead high-performing scientific teams in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. The PSTL will serve as a key contributor to corporate development strategy and represent Pharmaceutical Sciences in executive governance, regulatory interactions, and external partnerships.
Requirements
- PhD or equivalent advanced degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience, including significant leadership responsibility in Pharmaceutical Sciences, CMC, or Technical Operations.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary scientific teams in matrixed global organizations.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, analytical development, regulatory expectations, and quality systems.
- Experience managing external manufacturing and development partners (CMOs/CDMOs/CROs).
- Strategic thinker with strong scientific and operational acumen.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills with executive presence.
- Proven ability to drive alignment across complex cross-functional organizations.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities in dynamic development environments.
- Prior experience in NDA/MAA submissions and regulatory approvals.
- Experience supporting commercial manufacturing and lifecycle management activities.
- Familiarity with global supply chain strategy and technical operations.
- Travel, as needed
Nice To Haves
- Experience in both large pharmaceutical and emerging biotech environments preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-performing, collaborative, and accountable Pharmaceutical Sciences teams across multiple functional disciplines.
- Establish and drive organizational priorities, resource plans, and development goals aligned with corporate objectives.
- Identify program risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and deliverables.
- Provide scientific leadership for formulation development, analytical development, process development, manufacturing, and technology transfer.
- Partner with Non-clinical, Clinical, Regulatory, and Commercial organizations to ensure alignment on development priorities and execution.
- Represent Pharmaceutical Sciences in governance committees and executive reviews.
- Influence senior leadership decisions through data-driven scientific and operational recommendations.
- Collaborate with Regulatory Sciences and Regulatory Affairs on CMC strategy, risk mitigation, and agency responses.
- Represent Pharmaceutical Sciences in interactions with global health authorities and regulatory inspections, as needed.
- Participate in due diligence activities, external scientific collaborations, and business development evaluations.
- Build strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry organizations.
- Implement scalable systems, processes, and metrics to improve development efficiency and execution quality.
- Foster an inclusive and performance-oriented culture that embodies company leadership values and behaviors.
Benefits
- Market-leading compensation
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Referral bonus for hired candidates
- Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Fertility & family-forming benefits
- Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
- Hybrid work model with flexibility
- Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family
- Career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
