Materials Science Associate Director: Solid-State & IND/NDA

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 169,222 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks an Associate Director in Materials Science to lead drug development programs, ensuring robust material strategies. The role involves extensive scientific oversight, focusing on solid-state control and regulatory submissions.

An ideal candidate will have a PhD in a related field, 8-12 years of experience, and expertise in GMP environments. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $169,222 to $253,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in drug development focused on small molecule programs.
• Experience supporting oral solid dosage forms preferred.
• Proven experience contributing to IND and NDA submissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific strategic leadership for drug development programs.
• Serve as subject matter expert in solid-state chemistry.
• Define critical material attributes and their linkage to product quality.

Skills

Solid-state chemistry

Material characterization

GMP manufacturing understanding

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Education

PhD in Materials Science or related field

MS with relevant industry experience

Job description

Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks an Associate Director in Materials Science to lead drug development programs, ensuring robust material strategies. The role involves extensive scientific oversight, focusing on solid-state control and regulatory submissions.

An ideal candidate will have a PhD in a related field, 8-12 years of experience, and expertise in GMP environments. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $169,222 to $253,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.