Director of Analytical Development

FPC of Greensboro, NC; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MAIA Pharmaceuticals seeks a Director of Analytical Development to lead analytical strategies for injectable drug products, including long-acting formulations. This hands-on scientific leadership role will own method development, validation, characterization, tech transfer, and regulatory support through FDA review.

A Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry is preferred, with experience in peptide development including peptide chemistry and synthesis.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry preferred.
• Hands-on leader for analytical development of injectable products.
• Experience with peptide development (peptide chemistry and synthesis) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the analytical development strategy for assigned programs from substance to regulatory submission.
• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for injectables and long-acting formulations.
• Provide technical support during FDA review and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Analytical development

Peptide development

Leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

FPC of Greensboro has partnered with MAIA Pharmaceuticals in its search for a Director of Analytical Development.

MAIA is a specialty pharmaceutical company with a team of 90+ R&D professionals tackling complex formulation and drug delivery challenges to improve patient adherence, enhance safety, and create better options for patients, clinicians, and healthcare systems.

The Director of Analytical Development will be a hands-on scientific leader responsible for driving analytical development activities for injectable drug products, including complex and long-acting formulations. This individual will own the analytical strategy for assigned programs, from drug substance and drug product characterization through method development, stability, validation, technical transfer, regulatory submission, and technical support during FDA review.

A Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or a related discipline is preferred, as is experience in peptide development, including peptide chemistry and synthesis.

This is a newly created position and an excellent opportunity to have a significant impact on a growing organization. Excellent salary, bonus opportunity, and benefits are available.

The ability to work in the Princeton, NJ, area is preferred; however, hybrid/remote employment options may be considered for the right candidate residing on the East Coast.