Senior Director, Engineering And Materials Science

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

Boston, MA, US
Base: $228,000 - $342,000; bonus/equity: eligible ...
Onsite
Lead cross-functional team of engineers and scientists
Small molecule or oligonucleotide drug substance development
Process scale up and technology transfer experience
The role involves leading a diverse team to define and demonstrate viable multi-step syntheses for the manufacture of drug candidates from clinical development through commercialization

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a diverse team to define and demonstrate viable multi-step syntheses for the manufacture of drug candidates from clinical development through commercialization.
  • Candidates must apply sound scientific judgment to drive multiple assets via laboratory development, modeling, and technology transfer to third-party manufacturing facilities.
  • Vertex offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off, educational assistance, and a 401(k) match.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading a diverse team to define and demonstrate viable multi-step syntheses for the manufacture of drug candidates from clinical development through commercialization.

Salary

Base: $228,000 - $342,000; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and equity awards; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), student loan repayment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead cross-functional team of engineers and scientists
  • Small molecule or oligonucleotide drug substance development
  • Process scale up and technology transfer experience
  • Advanced knowledge of unit operations and particle engineering
  • Experience with modeling complex physicochemical systems
  • Regulatory dossier authoring capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to influence stakeholders across disciplines
  • Mentoring junior-level scientists
  • Innovation in industry best practices
  • Strategic departmental direction influence

Key Requirements

  • BS + 20 years, MS + 15 years, or PhD + 11 years in Materials Science/Chemistry
  • 5 years experience managing a team
  • Relevant pharmaceutical materials development experience
  • Fluency with physical property and process modeling tools

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