Executive Director, Materials And Biophysical Characterization

Mericalherbs

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $231,900.00 - $365,000.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Hybrid
Materials characterization methodologies
Biophysical characterization
Drug substance and drug product understanding
This leader is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership for materials characterization methodologies, phase screening platforms, and biophysical characterization to enable deep understanding of drug substances and drug products and successful advancement of small molecules, biologics, and vaccines from discovery through development and commercial launch

Job Summary

  • This leader is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership for materials characterization methodologies, phase screening platforms, and biophysical characterization to enable deep understanding of drug substances and drug products and successful advancement of small molecules, biologics, and vaccines from discovery through development and commercial launch.
  • The Executive Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of 50–60 talented people managers, scientists, and technical experts across our Rahway, NJ and West Point, PA sites.
  • The salary range for this role is $231,900.00 - $365,000.00, and the successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Matching Summary

This leader is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership for materials characterization methodologies, phase screening platforms, and biophysical characterization to enable deep understanding of drug substances and drug products and successful advancement of small molecules, biologics, and vaccines from discovery through development and commercial launch.

Salary

Base: $231,900.00 - $365,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Materials characterization methodologies
  • Biophysical characterization
  • Drug substance and drug product understanding
  • Small molecule, biologic, and vaccine development
  • Scientific excellence and innovation
  • Quality and data integrity
  • cGMP/GLPs compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Forward-looking strategy
  • Culture of scientific curiosity
  • Strong interpersonal relationships
  • Transparency and collaboration
  • Inspire, empower, and develop teams
  • Open dialogue and shared learning

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years experience with MS degree
  • 12+ years experience with PhD degree
  • 12+ years development experience
  • 10+ years direct leadership experience
  • Multi-modality experience
  • Large multi-disciplinary team leadership

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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