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Scientific Director, Pharmaceutical Development Analytics

Neurocrine Biosciences

Scientific Director, Pharmaceutical Development Analytics

full-timePosted: Aug 25, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026US CA San Diego

Job Description

Who We Are:Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)About the Role:The Scientific Director, Pharmaceutical Development Analytics is a senior technical individual contributor and portfolio-level quantitative expert responsible for advancing data-driven drug product development across the CMC lifecycle. Embedded within Manufacturing, Science & Technology (MSAT), this role applies advanced statistics, experimental design, quantitative modeling, and mechanistic understanding to strengthen formulation and process development, process characterization, control strategies, and regulatory submissions.The Scientific Director partners across Technical Operations, Quality, Regulatory CMC, Commercial Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to transform complex development and manufacturing data into actionable scientific insights that improve product performance, process robustness, and regulatory defensibility._Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):Scientific & Technical LeadershipServe as the portfolio-level statistical and quantitative sciences expert supporting drug product development from post-Proof of Concept through commercializationProvide technical leadership across multiple CMC programs to strengthen process understanding, lifecycle knowledge management, and data-driven decision makingMentor scientists and promote best practices in statistical thinking, experimental design, and quantitative analysisDevelopment Analytics & ModelingDesign and apply advanced statistical methods, including Design of Experiments (DoE), multivariate analysis, response surface modeling, and process variability analysisIntegrate development, analytical, and manufacturing data to identify critical material attributes (CMAs), critical process parameters (CPPs), process sensitivities, and design spaceTranslate complex datasets into scientifically sound recommendations that improve formulation performance, manufacturability, and product qualityFormulation & Process DevelopmentPartner with Pharmaceutical Development scientists to optimize formulations and manufacturing processes using data-driven and mechanistic approachesSupport process characterization, scale-up, robustness assessments, risk analyses, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigationsGuide development of robust control strategies by linking material attributes, process parameters, and product performanceRegulatory & Lifecycle SupportServe as the quantitative lead supporting CMC regulatory submissions (IND, CTA, NDA, BLA, MAA) and lifecycle management activitiesEnsure statistical methodologies align with regulatory expectations and ICH guidelines (Q8, Q9, Q10, Q14)Support regulatory responses by providing clear, scientifically defensible interpretation of CMC dataRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and ​ 12+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience ORMaster's degree in Chemical Engineering and 10+ years of similar experience noted above ORPhD in in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years of similar experience noted aboveExtensive previous managerial experiences also requiredDemonstrated expertise in DoE, multivariate analysis, process characterization, statistical modeling, and data visualizationWorking knowledge of solid oral dosage formulation and manufacturing processes (e.g., granulation, blending, compression, coating); hands-on development experience preferredExperience supporting late-stage development and global regulatory submissionsProficiency with JMP, R, Python, or comparable statistical softwareExcellent collaboration, communication, and technical influencing skills#LI-LS1Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description._The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $163,400.00-$223,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Locations

  • US CA San Diego

Skills Required

  • DoEintermediate
  • solid oral dosage formulationintermediate
  • JMPintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and ​ 12+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience OR (experience, 12 years)
  • Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and 10+ years of similar experience noted above OR (experience, 10 years)
  • PhD in in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years of similar experience noted above (experience, 8 years)
  • Extensive previous managerial experiences also required (experience)
  • Demonstrated expertise in DoE, multivariate analysis, process characterization, statistical modeling, and data visualization (experience)
  • Working knowledge of solid oral dosage formulation and manufacturing processes (e.g., granulation, blending, compression, coating); hands-on development experience preferred (experience)
  • Experience supporting late-stage development and global regulatory submissions (experience)
  • Proficiency with JMP, R, Python, or comparable statistical software (experience)
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and technical influencing skills (experience)
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and ​ 12+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience OR (experience, 12 years)
  • Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and 10+ years of similar experience noted above OR (experience, 10 years)
  • PhD in in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years of similar experience noted above (experience, 8 years)
  • Demonstrated expertise in DoE, multivariate analysis, process characterization, statistical modeling, and data visualization (experience)
  • Working knowledge of solid oral dosage formulation and manufacturing processes (e.g., granulation, blending, compression, coating); hands-on development experience preferred (experience)
  • Experience supporting late-stage development and global regulatory submissions (experience)
  • Proficiency with JMP, R, Python, or comparable statistical software (experience)
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and technical influencing skills (experience)
  • We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description. (experience)

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