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Director/Sr. Director, Analytical Development/Quality Control

Terremoto Biosciences, based in South San Francisco, is seeking a Director/Sr. Director of Analytical Development/Quality Control to lead analytical strategy and QC oversight for multiple small molecule programs. The role requires technical leadership across analytical method development, qualification/validation, stability and release testing, CDMO management, and cross-functional collaboration to support clinical development and regulatory filings.

Skills

  • Technical leadership in analytical development for small molecules
  • Hands-on experience with method development, qualification, and validation
  • CDMO and contract testing lab management
  • Thorough knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements (FDA/EMA)
  • Experience with stability testing and specification setting
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration with development, manufacturing, and regulatory teams
  • Project and people management, including mentoring and performance oversight
  • Willingness to travel to external vendor sites as needed

Responsibilities

  • Serve as analytical technical lead for multiple small molecule programs across development stages
  • Develop strategies and oversee execution of analytical activities for drug substance and drug product
  • Lead analytical method development, transfer, qualification, and validation
  • Manage in-process, release, and stability testing and set appropriate specifications
  • Oversee analytical and QC activities at CDMOs and contract testing laboratories
  • Author, review, and approve development/stability reports, specifications, SOPs, and regulatory documentation
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to internal team members and foster a culture of scientific rigor and accountability
  • Communicate program progress to internal and external stakeholders via reports and presentations
  • Travel to CDMOs for vendor assessment, troubleshooting, qualification, and oversight as required

Education

  • Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field (required)
  • Extensive industry experience (see qualifications) in pharmaceutical/biotech analytical development and quality control

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan (401k) and potential employer match
  • Equity/stock options (typical for private biotech)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training opportunities
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terremoto biosciences is a covalent drug discovery and development engine creating highly targeted, small molecule medicines with unmatched selectivity, potency and efficacy. the company leverages the power of lysine-based covalency across the dis...

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