Associate Director of Engineering, Small Molecule Process Development and Manufacturing

Cambridge, MA · Senior

$159,000 – $219,000

Listed on Biogen’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This Associate Director role leads small molecule drug development teams in designing and scaling manufacturing processes from laboratory to commercial production. It suits experienced chemical engineers who want to mentor others while advancing therapeutics through process optimization and regulatory support.

Our summary, not Biogen’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

Analytical Chemistry

What they ask for

Required

Ph.D. with 6+ years pharmaceutical or biotech experience, or M.S. with 8+ years, or B.S. with 10+ years
Background in pharmaceutical chemical engineering theory and practice
Demonstrated understanding of crystallization techniques
Experience with process characterization
Familiarity with process safety and tech transfer protocols
Problem-solving skills
Effective communication and collaborative teamwork

Nice to have

Experience crystallizing and isolating APIs across multiple modalities
Familiarity with analytical tools and various purification techniques