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Associate Director, Analytical Development and Quality Control

Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Associate Director, Analytical Development and Quality Control

At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health. Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera’s mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence. As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.

What You'll Do :

The Associate Director, Analytical Development and Quality Control will support analytical development and QC operations for clinical development and commercialization of Kailera’s pipeline compounds. The individual will provide technical expertise and will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure end-to-end drug development and manufacturing activities are executed seamlessly and in alignment with the company’s integrated development plans and program timelines.

Preferred location : Waltham, MA or San Diego, CA (onsite or hybrid 2-3 days per week).

Responsibilities

  • Support analytical development and QC activities related to characterization of drug substances and drug products from early-stage clinical development through commercialization.
  • Maintain current knowledge in analytical methods and control strategies supporting a variety of molecule platforms and dosage forms.
  • Support development of analytical methods that support Kailera’s product pipeline, including analytical transfers and troubleshooting in CDMO laboratories.
  • Provide input for developing and implementing analytical development strategies, including managing execution of functional activities in support of clinical development, regulatory filings (IND / NDA / MAA), product approvals, and commercialization.
  • Support authoring of relevant CMC sections to enable global regulatory filings.
  • Participate on cross-functional CMC teams for the project(s) assigned to ensure adequate development and execution of CMC plan / strategies as needed.
  • Communicate CMC project status to key stakeholders cross-functionally and assist in driving decision-making.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional line functions to ensure CMC and program goals are met.
  • Travel to CDMOs and other service providers as needed for vendor technology transfers and analytical activities oversight.
  • This position requires some travel to domestic and international destinations.
  • This position requires working in environments where there may be specific gowning or dress code requirements.

Required Qualifications :

  • 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industry with experience in all phases of innovative drug development and commercial launch in accordance with global CMC regulatory filings (IND / NDA / MAA, etc.).
  • Extractable / leachable and mass spectrometry experience required.
  • Demonstrated project and cross-functional team participation.
  • Knowledge of drug development activities with respect to cGMP, quality systems, ICH guidelines, global regulatory requirements, and USP, EP, JP, and CHP requirements.
  • Experience with oversight of the analytical activities at CDMOs and / or CTLs.
  • Sound problem-solving skills with technically driven decision-making ability.
  • Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Innovative team-player with high energy for our dynamic company environment.
  • Education :

  • Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or closely related field.
  • Benefits of Working at Kailera

    In addition to traditional benefits, we provide enhanced offerings designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families.

  • Comprehensive health benefits and tax-advantaged savings accounts
  • Flexible time off, 13 paid holidays, and a companywide year-end shutdown
  • Monthly wellness stipend
  • Generous 401(k) match
  • Disability and life insurance
  • At Kailera, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture. How we treat our people is reflective of this commitment. We share the pay range for this particular role with the actual base salary depending upon factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, market factors, and experience.

    Salary Range : $160,000 - $200,000 USD

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION :

    Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age (40 and over), sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, domestic victim status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

    E-Verify : Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

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    Salary : $160,000 - $200,000

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