Analytical Sciences Director (Pharmaceutical R&D)

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States; hybrid

Salary: $178,500–$257,833.33 per year

Company

hirify.global develops pharmaceutical products and supports synthetic small-molecule drug development from candidate selection through regulatory approval.

What you will do

• Lead analytical sciences activities for synthetic small molecules and solid oral dosage forms at the Cambridge Crossing site.
• Develop and apply advanced analytical strategies for First in Class and Best in Class R&D programs.
• Support process chemistry, pre-formulation, control strategy development, and stability studies across intermediates, starting materials, drug substance, and drug product.
• Lead analytical technology innovation, laboratory digitalization, automation, and intellectual property generation.
• Allocate resources, oversee outsourced activities, review scientific documents, and support CMC development projects.
• Manage, coach, develop, and empower a cross-functional Analytical Sciences team.

Requirements

• BS in Analytical Chemistry or a related field with at least 14 years of pharmaceutical industry experience; or MS with at least 12 years; or PhD with at least 10 years.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated people management and leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, including ICH guidelines, EMA/FDA regulations, GMP, and pharmacopoeia.
• Experience with clinical trial documentation, clinical dossiers, CTD submissions, and regulatory filings.
• Strong R&D track record in analytical sciences and experience managing teams of high-level scientists.
• English is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive, future-focused environment centered on scientific innovation.
• Opportunities for promotion, lateral career moves, and international development.
• Rewards package aligned with contribution and impact.
• Healthcare, prevention, and wellness programs.
• At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.