Director, Process Development — Lead API Synthesis

Piramal Pharma Ltd; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Director of Process Development at our Riverview facility. You will lead development of new API processes, plan activities, ensure cGMP compliance and meet contract terms, collaborating with QA, QC, Safety, Engineering and Operations.

This role involves authoring technical reports, guiding project plans, and providing site leadership input during client interactions. Strong background in organic chemistry or chemical engineering, plus 5+ years managing drug

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of synthetic organic and process chemistry.
• Experience leading drug development projects under cGMP.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new API processes and oversee project plans.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, Safety, Engineering and Operations.
• Prepare technical reports and participate in client communications.
• Ensure timelines, specifications and cGMP requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Organic chemistry

Process chemistry

Leadership

Regulatory awareness

Education

Master or PhD in Organic Chemistry

Medicinal Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Job description

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Director of Process Development at our Riverview facility. You will lead development of new API processes, plan activities, ensure cGMP compliance and meet contract terms, collaborating with QA, QC, Safety, Engineering and Operations.

This role involves authoring technical reports, guiding project plans, and providing site leadership input during client interactions. Strong background in organic chemistry or chemical engineering, plus 5+ years managing drug