Process Research Director jobs in New Jersey

Process Research Director manages the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. Researches and develops methods to increase productivity, decrease costs, maintain quality and consistency in current products, and discover new products. Being a Process Research Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The Process Research Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Process Research Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Research Fellow, Chemical Process Development
  • PTC Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Bridgewater, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Summary

    The Research Fellow, Chemical Process Development coordinates activities in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) process scale-up, process improvement and process optimization studies. The incumbent supports the transfer of technology to commercial manufacturing partners, monitors the manufacture of API and monitors stability data generated by Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs).

    The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external partners on Process Chemistry related issues.

    The Research Fellow, Process Chemistry supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.

    Job Description

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Primary Duties/responsibilities

    • Designs, evaluates, and optimizes scale-up routes of small molecule candidates for pre-clinical testing.
    • Assists in the identification, development, and implementation of policies, procedures and standards which impact the API manufacturing department, while working to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
    • Provides production process troubleshooting support to CDMOs including travel to external manufacturing facilities to monitor API production.
    • Works with CDMOs in optimizing manufacturing processes in a stage appropriate manner.
    • Compiles and maintains accurate records of laboratory experiments and data.
    • Acts as API Subject Matter Expert on project teams.
    • Partners with Regulatory in drafting Drug Substance sections in regulatory submissions.
    • Works closely with Analytical Development in setting specifications for starting materials, intermediates and final products and supporting analytical validation.
    • Interacts closely with Formulation Development to ensure API requirements and needs are met.
    • Collaborates with Quality Assurance in adhering to GMP manufacturing quality standards.
    • Supports Regulatory in responding to queries from regulatory agencies.
    • Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

    • Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.
    • PhD in Organic Chemistry and a minimum of 7 years of experience in process chemistry in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CMO or related environment OR equivalent experience and/or education.
    • Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.
    • Hands-on expertise and experience in modern synthetic organic chemistry and multi-step organic synthesis.
    • Hands-on experience in compound purification, acquisition and interpretation of spectroscopic data from Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Infrared spectroscopy (IR) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) and structure determination.
    • Hands-on experience in conducting multi-channel experiments for the rapid optimization of reaction parameters.
    • Hands-on experience searching chemical literature and using chemical reaction databases to determine viable approaches to synthetic and mechanistic chemistry problems.
    • Experience using electronic lab notebook.
    • Experience with Design of Experiments (DoEs) and Quality by Design (QbD).
    • Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
    • Experience in technology transfer from lab scale to kilo-lab scale or to GMP manufacture.
    • Experience in manufacture of API Registration batches.
    • Experience in API process Quality Risk Assessment and Regulatory Starting Material studies.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
    • Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
    • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
    • Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.
    • Experience in managing CDMOs.
    • Experience in API Manufacturing Validation.
    • Experience in Commercial API manufacturing.
    • Travel requirements
    • 5 – 15%

    EEO Statement

    PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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Sr. Research Manager, Process Engineering
  • Church & Dwight
  • Princeton, NJ FULL_TIME
  • A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.Our unique, inform...
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Senior Director, Business Development
  • Everest Clinical Research
  • Bridgewater, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Everest Clinical Research (“Everest”) is a full-service contract research organization (CRO) providing a broad range of expertise-based clinical research services to worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechn...
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Director, Business Development
  • Everest Clinical Research
  • Bridgewater, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Everest Clinical Research (“Everest”) is a full-service contract research organization (CRO) providing a broad range of expertise-based clinical research services to worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechn...
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Associate Director, Statistical Programming
  • Everest Clinical Research
  • Bridgewater, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Everest Clinical Research (“Everest”) is a full-service contract research organization (CRO) providing a broad range of expertise-based clinical research services to worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechn...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Director, Process & Systems
  • Mondelēz International
  • East Hanover, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionAre You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.The Director of Processes & Systems will make an impact...
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Research Director
  • National Louis University, IL
  • Chicago, IL
  • Overview Who We Are: National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, ac...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Research
  • Stealth Cell Therapy Startup
  • Camarillo, CA
  • About the Company We are a stealth biotech company co-founded by two deeply scientific Bay Area venture capital teams th...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head of Research and Instruction Services
  • Auburn University
  • Auburn, AL
  • Posting Details Position Information Job Title Head of Research and Instruction Services Posting Number P1660F Position ...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head of Research And Development
  • Comrise
  • Erie, PA
  • Title: Head of R&D Location: Erie, PA. 5 days onsite. Relocation Assistance Provided Responsibilities 1. Technical exper...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Deputy Research Director - Self-Research
  • Biden for President
  • Wilmington, DE
  • The Deputy Research Director for Self-Research will oversee the day-to-day management and training of the self-research ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head, Process Research
  • Takeda Pharmaceutical
  • Boston, MA
  • By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Director
  • American Urological Association
  • Linthicum Heights, MD
  • The American Urological Association (AUA), the premier urologic association providing support to the urologic community,...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head of Research Operations
  • Takeda
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? At Take...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Process Research Director jobs
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