AstraZeneca · 1 day ago
Director of Formulation and Process Design
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$176K/yr - $263K/yr
5+ years expAstraZeneca is a leading pharmaceutical company, and they are seeking a Director of Formulation and Process Design. This position will be accountable for the performance and results within the formulation and process design team, focusing on oral solid dosage form experience and leading a team of formulation scientists to optimize drug product processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Leads a team of formulation scientists, setting clear goals, technical direction, and development priorities to align with organizational and portfolio objectives. Responsible for planning and executing formulation development strategies, optimizing drug product processes, and ensuring robust, scalable, and regulatory-compliant solutions across all stages of development from early-phase through commercial readiness
Acts as a key interface with other GPD functions to accelerate project timelines and reduce development risk. Drives continuous improvement, talent development, and innovation within the team to support the company's scientific leadership in oral and inhaled delivery platforms
Leads a team of up to 10 scientists across local and global sites to drive inhaled and oral drug product portfolio
Coaches and develops direct reports to drive high performance, team engagement, and individual growth
Drives local implementation of PT&D strategy and associated change initiatives, championing transformation and innovation
Embeds new ways of working that enhance agility, flexibility, efficiency, and delivery, serving as a role model for lean leadership
Shapes and delivers forward-thinking, digital-enabled approaches to product design and development, leveraging data science, predictive modeling, AI, and strategic workforce planning to meet evolving portfolio needs
Builds and sustains a high-performing, innovative team culture focused on scientific excellence, new modalities, and continuous improvement
Ensures full compliance with SHE and cGMP standards, aligning with AZ and external regulatory requirements
Operates confidently within a global matrix organization, fostering integration and readiness for future challenges. Ensures capability building to support the diverse and emerging portfolio of modalities
Collaborates with the Project Leadership Group to define and execute portfolio delivery strategies within the unit’s remit
Solves complex scientific and organizational challenges through strategic insight, conceptual thinking, and informed judgment
Influences internal and external stakeholders, shaping the reputation and impact of the FPD department
Demonstrates strong communication and leadership skills to set clear direction, inspire teams, and foster alignment across functions
Qualification
Required
BSc/PhD level education in a relevant Engineering field (Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering), or in Pharmaceutical Sciences with related experience in the device and biopharmaceutical industry is essential
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Significant experience in the design and development of inhaled and oral products
Proven experiences in leading and managing direct reports
Leadership experience promoting, motivating and empowering diverse and inclusive culture to support accomplishment of individual, team and organisational objectives
Significant understanding of the overall drug development and commercialisation process from development and launch, through life cycle management
Strong Networking skills across complex, multi-national PT&D organization
LEAN leadership mindset
Preferred
Ability to lead cross functional working groups and teams
Expert reputation within the business and industry
Extensive knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory developments
Excellent knowledge of AstraZeneca policies, procedures and guidelines
Benefits
Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
Equity-based long-term incentive program
Retirement contribution
Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid leaves
Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Company
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets prescription medicines. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.26B2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.51B
2023-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2023-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Pascal Soriot
Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
Aradhana Sarin
Group CFO and Executive Director
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