Associate Scientist, Process Development

About SpyGlass Pharma:

At SpyGlass Pharma, we are focused on improving and preserving the vision of patients suffering from chronic eye conditions, while minimizing the impact on their daily lives. We aim to achieve this by developing cutting-edge long-term drug delivery products to address common causes of blindness and getting these products to the patients that need them.

We have built a team of driven professionals with diverse expertise in ophthalmic products and drug delivery. Our accomplished scientists and engineers work alongside a seasoned leadership team with extensive experience in ophthalmology and a history of commercial success. Our unifying mantra, “We create for patients” doesn’t just live on our walls but drives our decision making as we build the company, creating the products, processes and culture that make it happen.

This team has delivered a solid foundation of development and clinical data, enabling over $120 million in funding to date with several top-tier venture partners. We are building confidence in the performance of our lead product going into Phase 3 clinical trials.

Summary:

We are seeking an Associate Scientist, Process Development to join our team at SpyGlass Pharma. Reporting to the Associate Director of Process Development, this role will focus on supporting the development, optimization, and scale-up of robust manufacturing processes for ophthalmic drug delivery systems. The Associate Scientist will contribute to protocol preparation, process troubleshooting, and regulatory documentation while working with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with cGMP standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute process development experiments to support the scale-up and optimization of ophthalmic drug delivery formulations.
• Analyze experimental data and prepare concise technical reports documenting process performance and validation outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including formulation development, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to implement scalable and compliant processes.
• Provide support in maintaining inventory and coordinating the procurement or replacement of equipment and tools as directed.
• Provide hands-on support during scale-up and tech transfer activities at contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
  
• Stay informed on process technologies, regulatory requirements, and industry trends to contribute to process innovation and compliance.
• Maintain well-organized records of experiments, protocols, and reports for internal use and regulatory submissions.
• Independently identify and address basic process challenges, implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability.
• Support formulation scale-up activities, ensuring successful transfer of processes from laboratory to manufacturing scale.
• Draft and execute engineering and validation protocols with minimal supervision.

Qualifications Required For Position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with 1-2 years of relevant industry experience, or a Master’s degree with 0-1 years of experience in process or formulation development.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP standards and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in data analysis and familiarity with technical tools/software (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to contribute in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to write and execute protocols and assist in drafting detailed technical reports.
• Familiarity with formulation scale-up, process optimization, and tech transfer.

Why SpyGlass Pharma?

• We are offering a range of $80,000 - $100,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with an Annual Bonus opportunity.
• Share in our success with stock options, giving you a stake in the company’s future.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy and happy, with a variety of plan and coverage options.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, and personal leave.

SpyGlass Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. SpyGlass Pharma takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

SpyGlass Pharma is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to JOBS@SPYGLASSPHARMA.COM and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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