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Senior Director, Drug Product CMC

Centessa Pharmaceuticals, a wholly owned subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company
Location
Boston, MA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
CMC
Salary
$160,000.00 to $250,000.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Advanced degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline; Ph.D. strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of drug product/formulation development experience supporting nonclinical and clinical programs
  • Expertise across oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous dosage forms for small molecules
  • Deep technical expertise in the development and manufacture of poorly soluble compounds
  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and engineering principles related to dosage form development
  • Working knowledge of analytical and solid-state characterization techniques
What the job really is

The Senior Director of Drug Product CMC at Centessa Pharmaceuticals will lead the development of nonclinical and clinical formulations for small molecule drug products, managing external vendors such as CROs and CDMOs. The role involves overseeing formulation development, conducting stability studies, and supporting regulatory submissions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and deliverables.

Benefits
  • Annual base salary range of $160,000.00 to $250,000.00
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan
  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health and wellness program
Things to weigh
  • Travel to domestic and international vendors required
  • Role involves managing external vendors, which may add complexity to project management
  • Fast-paced environment may require strong prioritization and resource management skills
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