Director, Formulation and Process Development

You will lead and direct the formulation and process development of patient-centered injectable drug products. These products are for Alexion's diverse portfolio, which spans synthetic, peptide, genomic medicine, and protein-based modalities in multiple formats, including liquid, lyophilized, vial, prefilled, and cartridge-based presentations. You will also lead life cycle development opportunities, provide expertise in technology transfer and drug product engineering and technology development with internal and external partnerships. You will also ensure the development of portfolio projects in a phase-appropriate manner while managing the budget and interface partners. You will be a member of the Injectable Drug Product Management team and will need to collaborate and network with other departments within Product Development and Clinical Supplies (PDCS). Additionally, it will need to collaborate and network with Alexion Operations, Clinical Development, Quality, and Regulatory organizations.

You Will:

Formulation and process development and manufacturing of patient-centered, unique injectable drug products for Alexion's diverse portfolio from pre-clinical to successful licensure. Develop drug product development strategies through internal/external partnerships and product integration into drug/device combination products. Enable the progression of Alexion's diverse portfolio that spans peptide, nucleic acid, protein-based modalities, as well as modalities for gene delivery as liquid and lyophilized dosage forms in vial, prefilled syringe, and cartridge-based presentations. Ensure tech transfer of Alexion's portfolio with specialized input on engineering solutions for equipment and processes. Review and develop drug product technology roadmap and manage important investments. Mentor and develop colleagues in a matrix team for efficient and successful drug product development and manufacturing in a phase appropriate manner. Partner with functions across Alexion to build the best strategies for developing products in Alexion's diverse portfolio. Provide subject matter expertise for preparing regulatory filings, regulatory interactions including inspections, audits and is accountable for the technical content of the relevant drug product sections of regulatory submissions. Work with the Head on the development on drug product development strategies within PDCS and with partners in Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial organizations.

You Have:

Must have a BS or equivalent in Bio/Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or related discipline with relevant experience At least 8 years of experience in managing a group of drug product development scientists or engineers with end to end drug product development experience (spanning formulation, process development, quality attribute assessment, tech transfer and manufacturing support) for mAbs, fusion proteins, injectable peptides/synthetics programs. At least 5 years of experience managing a team of scientists and engineers at different levels (directly or in a matrix team) and ensuring their career growth. Must be proficient in current approaches for formulation and drug product process development, manufacturing processes and equipment, regulatory expectations and applying these to developing efficient approaches to ensure product licensure. Knowledge of high concentration protein formulation development, aseptic processes, vial, prefilled syringe, cartridge presentations, liquid and lyophilization dosage forms is important. Knowledge of current regulatory guidelines and cGMP requirements is necessary Benefits offered include: A qualified retirement program [401(k) plan] Paid vacation, holidays, and paid leaves Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage following the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $175,000 to $263,000. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). #LI-Onsite #Alexion Date Posted 28-Apr-2026 Closing Date 25-May-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We're curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We're driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you'll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you'll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.