Senior Scientist, Drug Product Development

Role: Senior Scientist in Drug Product Development focusing on formulation and process development of oral solid dosage forms for autoimmune disease therapies. Responsibilities: perform and oversee pre-formulation studies, characterize physicochemical properties, develop manufacturing processes, and support regulatory filings (IND/NDA). Engage with external CDMOs for clinical material production. Requirements: Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, or related; 8+ years of industrial experience (B.S./M.S. candidates require 10+ years). Skills include formulation development for poorly water-soluble compounds, process optimization, analytical characterization (HPLC/UPLC, DSC, XRPD), and regulatory documentation. Preferred: experience with modified-release formulations and authoring regulatory reports. HighValue: focus on small molecules in autoimmune indications; solid oral dosage form development; early-phase clinical support; strong regulatory documentation skills. WorkSetup: onsite in South San Francisco, CA, with 3-5 days/week lab presence; travel as needed.