Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Job overview
The Associate Director, Drug Product at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals leads small molecule drug product development and manufacturing to support the company's rare neuroendocrine disease therapies.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading drug product process development and validation, managing outsourced manufacturing activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, overseeing cGMP manufacturing, and authoring regulatory submission documents.
Experience and skills
Requires MS or PhD in Pharmaceutical sciences or related field, 8+ years pharma/biotech experience, expertise in solid oral dosage form development, GMP and regulatory knowledge, process validation, and experience with CDMOs and manufacturing scale-up.
Work environment and culture
Rhythm values scientific advancement, bold questioning, collaboration, ownership, and diversity, operating a hybrid work model with a supportive and adaptive environment.
Company information
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on rare neuroendocrine diseases, committed to innovative therapies and patient support, headquartered in Boston and recognized as a top workplace.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Rhythm's Boston office with a hybrid work model and some travel required.
Unique job features
The role offers leadership in technical drug product development with opportunities to impact rare disease treatment and involves collaboration with global manufacturing partners and regulatory bodies.
Company overview
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for rare genetic disorders of obesity. They generate revenue primarily through the sale of their FDA-approved drug, IMCIVREE, which targets specific genetic deficiencies that lead to severe obesity. Founded in 2008, the company has made significant strides in the field of precision medicine, with a strong emphasis on genetic research and patient-specific treatments. Their mission is to transform the lives of patients suffering from rare genetic conditions by providing targeted therapies that address the underlying causes of their diseases.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in drug product development, specifically solid oral dosage forms and pediatric formulations, aligning with Rhythm Pharmaceuticals' focus on rare neuroendocrine diseases.
Emphasize your experience managing outsourced development activities, cGMP manufacturing campaigns, and collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs.
Apply through multiple channels including Rhythm Pharmaceuticals' corporate careers page and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your visibility for the Associate Director role.
Connect with professionals in Rhythm's Technical Operations or Drug Product development teams on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent company achievements in rare disease therapies or asking about their experience working with CDMOs and regulatory submissions.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'cGMP manufacturing,' 'process validation,' 'pharmaceutical quality by design,' 'drug product formulation,' and 'regulatory compliance' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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