Associate Director/Director, CMC - Formulations

About Codera 

Codera is a Tang Capital company that provides in-house end-to-end drug development for its portfolio companies. Founded in 2002, Tang Capital is a life-sciences focused investment company that creates, acquires and finances companies that develop and commercialize pharmaceutical products. 

Position Summary

The Associate Director/Director, CMC - Formulations will contribute to the oversight, planning and execution of Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) strategy, including drug product formulations, in support of Codera’s development programs. In collaboration with internal departments, such as nonclinical, clinical pharmacology and regulatory teams, the Associate Director/Director, CMC - Formulations will contribute to all aspects of chemistry, manufacturing and controls, including design of drug product formulations, oversight of vendors and production of regulatory documents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with the design and evaluation of drug product formulations, primarily small molecule formulations, to achieve specific pharmacokinetic (PK) goals

Contribute to CMC and development strategy

Manage relationships with various contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs), analytical labs and contract research organizations (CROs)

Assist with the clinical supply logistics

Prepare, analyze and interpret analytical data that integrate into regulatory and intellectual property (IP) documents

Draft, edit and review sections of regulatory and IP documents

Provide scientific input for analytical protocols and study reports

Contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic, data-driven scientific culture that embraces innovation and excellence

Research CMC and formulation topics to support Tang Capital’s investments

Participate in business development activities, as requested

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in life sciences or related discipline required

Master’s degree preferred

Minimum of 5 years in relevant pharmaceutical industry work experience required

Experience with small molecule formulations required

Experience with biologics formulations preferred

Experience working with CDMOs and analytical labs

Experience with one or more of the following drug product formulation strategies: modified/delayed release, fixed-dose combinations, spray-dried dispersions

Experience with a wide range of excipients and formulation technologies

Experience with formulations for oral, subcutaneous and/or inhaled delivery

Ability to research, synthesize and summarize complex CMC topics

Experience writing and/or reviewing regulatory documents, including Investigational New Drug (IND)/New Drug Application (NDA) sections

Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple assignments with challenging timelines from project start-up through submission

Excellent knowledge of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to use clear language to explain complex ideas

Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders 

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

The estimated annual base salary for this position is $160,000 - $230,000, commensurate with experience and skills. 

Codera provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ physical, mental and financial health and includes employer sponsored insurance plans including medical, dental and vision coverage; generous paid time off; retirement plan options and additional wellness and professional development programs.

Codera provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

Codera participate in E‑Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete the E‑Verify process as part of their employment eligibility verification.