Director, Analytical Development

Ardelyx

Job Location:

Waltham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Description

Ardelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on redefining treatment approaches for patients with significant unmet medical needs. By combining scientific innovation with a collaborative purpose-driven culture we strive to create meaningful impact for patients.

Team Ardelyx is united by a shared mission and guided by our core values: Passionate Fearless Dedicated and Inclusive.

We foster an inclusive environment where employees are respected supported and empowered to make an impact both within our company and in the lives of patients we serve.

Position Summary:

The Director Analytical Development is a leader who works as a member of an integrated team at Ardelyx overseeing small molecule analytical activities involving commercial drug substance and drug product with the exception of stability program management.

This position partners cross-functionally with CMC Quality Manufacturing Regulatory Affairs Supply Chain and external partners to ensure the successful execution of analytical strategies that support reliable product supply regulatory compliance and business objectives.

Responsibilities:

Develop and lead execution of analytical strategies; prepare RFPs select partners and manage the successful execution of plans consistent with objectives and compliant with cGMP requirements
Establish resource plans and operational budgets to meet corporate and departmental objectives
Effectively integrate Commercial Analytical activities with those of sister CMC functions including Drug Substance Pharmaceutics Supply Chain Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs
Lead the preparation of analytical content for various regulatory documents (NDA etc.) and effectively represent the function in interactions with regulatory authorities
Effectively and professionally represent the Commercial Analytical function on various cross-functional teams including internal project teams as well as external steering and operating teams with contract manufacturing and/or corporate partners
Evaluate and propose recommendations to senior leadership regarding analytical risks opportunities lifecycle strategies and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree advanced degree preferred in chemistry or related discipline with 10 years of industry experience or equivalent experience
Strong experience required in analytical chemistry and associated regulatory requirements
Experience working in close collaboration with technical regulatory quality assurance project management legal finance and supply chain functions preferably in a cGMP operational environment
Experience in leading and managing outsourced analytical activities and associated operating budgets
Experience in preparing and defending regulatory documents
Excellent communication skills and the ability to present to diverse internal and external audiences are requisite
Periodic travel to manufacturing and other partner sites is required (approximately 10-20 % of time)

The anticipated annualized base pay range for this full-time position is $211000 - $257000 Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including years of relevant experience training qualifications and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards subject to eligibility and other requirements.

Ardelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match 12 weeks of paid parental leave up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave equity incentive plans health plans (medical prescription drug dental and vision) life insurance and disability flexible time off annual Winter Holiday shut down and at least 11 paid holidays.

Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or recruiters or similar vendors. Any such unsolicited resume submitted to any employee or through Companys career site without a valid signed search agreement signed by Companys authorized representative will be deemed the property of the company and no fees will be paid in the event of a hire. Company will have the right to hire any such candidate at its discretion without any financial obligation or fee owed to the vendor. Any verbal or written communication with a Company employee outside of this process will not be considered a binding agreement.

Required Experience:

Director

DescriptionArdelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on redefining treatment approaches for patients with significant unmet medical needs. By combining scientific innovation with a collaborative purpose-driven culture we strive to create meaningful impact for patients.Team Arde...