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Ardelyx

Director, Analytical Development

Waltham, MA

$211K - $257K/yr

The Director, Analytical Development is a leader who works as a member of an integrated team at Ardelyx overseeing small molecule analytical activities involving commercial drug substance and drug ...

Ardelyx

Director, Analytical Development

Waltham, MA · On-site

$211K - $257K/yr

The Director, Analytical Development is a leader who works as a member of an integrated team at Ardelyx overseeing small molecule analytical activities involving commercial drug substance and drug ...

Ardelyx

Director, Analytical Development

Waltham, MA · On-site

The Director, Analytical Development is a leader who works as a member of an integrated team at Ardelyx overseeing small molecule analytical activities involving commercial drug substance and drug ...

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Ardelyx

Director, Analytical Development

Waltham, MA

$211K - $257K/yr

The Director, Analytical Development is a leader who works as a member of an integrated team at Ardelyx overseeing small molecule analytical activities involving commercial drug substance and drug ...

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How much do director analytical development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for director analytical development in the United States is $191,412.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $249,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Director Analytical Development?

A Director Analytical Development typically oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of analytical methods to support product development and quality control. This involves leading a team of scientists, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements, troubleshooting technical challenges, and collaborating closely with cross-functional groups such as R&D, quality assurance, and manufacturing. Daily tasks often include reviewing analytical data and reports, planning project timelines, and making strategic decisions to align with organizational objectives. The role requires balancing hands-on scientific guidance with high-level management to drive innovation and efficiency within the analytical function.

What is a Director Analytical Development job?

A Director of Analytical Development oversees the strategy, development, and implementation of analytical methods to support product development and manufacturing. They lead a team of scientists, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes. Their role includes troubleshooting analytical issues, validating methods, and contributing to regulatory submissions. This position is critical in maintaining product quality and ensuring data-driven decision-making in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Analytical Development position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Analytical Development, you generally need an advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific field, along with substantial experience in analytical method development and validation, and team leadership. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), chromatographic and spectroscopic instrumentation, and regulatory guidelines such as ICH, FDA, and GMP is crucial. Excellent project management, strategic thinking, and interpersonal communication are standout soft skills for this position. These competencies enable effective oversight of complex analytical projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster team collaboration in a fast-paced R&D environment.

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Infographic showing various Director Analytical Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $191,412 per year, or $92 per hour.
Director, Analytical Development

Director, Analytical Development

Spyglass Pharma

Aliso Viejo, CA • On-site

$225K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About SpyGlass Pharma:
At SpyGlass Pharma (NASDAQ: SGP), we are focused on improving and preserving the vision of patients suffering from chronic eye conditions, while minimizing the impact on their daily lives. We aim to achieve this by developing cutting-edge long-term drug delivery products to address common causes of blindness and getting these products to the patients that need them.
We have built a highly collaborative team with deep expertise across ophthalmology, drug delivery, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Our scientists, engineers, and clinical leaders bring decades of experience developing and commercializing breakthrough technologies, united by a shared commitment to patients and our guiding principle: "We create for patients." That mindset shapes how we build our products, our teams, and our culture.
Backed by strong clinical progress, significant funding, and a growing organization, SpyGlass Pharma is entering an exciting stage of growth as we advance our lead program, the SpyGlass BIM-IOL, through Phase 3 clinical development.
Summary:
We are seeking a Director of Analytical Development to join our team at SpyGlass Pharma. This role will lead late-stage analytical development activities for our lead program as it advances through Phase 3 clinical development toward submission.
The Director will provide technical and strategic leadership for analytical method development, qualification, validation, stability, and technology transfer activities required to support late-stage clinical development, regulatory submissions, and commercial readiness. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams including pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, quality, regulatory affairs, and external development partners to ensure robust analytical support throughout product development and commercialization.
This role will also lead and mentor a team of analytical scientists responsible for method development, characterization, stability, and testing activities, while playing a key role in developing the overall analytical and CMC strategy to support NDA submission, future commercial manufacturing, and lifecycle management initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Define and execute analytical development strategies across the organizations pipeline.
  • Lead and manage a team of scientists and analysts in developing, validating, and transferring analytical methods for clinical-stage ophthalmic drug delivery systems.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including formulation development, process development, engineering, tech ops, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance, to support product development programs.
  • Design and execute comprehensive analytical development plans to deliver timely and accurate analytical data for all stages of the development lifecycle through commercialization.
  • Oversee the design and execution of stability programs, and establish scientifically sound retest periods and shelf life.
  • Direct multiple internal and CRO resources to achieve analytical department objectives effectively.
  • Provide scientific and technical expertise to troubleshoot analytical challenges, investigate out-of-specification results, and implement corrective and preventive actions, as necessary.
  • Review and approve analytical protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence within the analytical development team.

Qualifications Required For Position:
  • PhD or equivalent degree in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in small molecule pharmaceutical development.
  • Expertise in a wide range of analytical techniques, including chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and physicochemical characterization methods.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards for analytical method validation, including ICH guidelines and USP/EP requirements.
  • Profound working knowledge of cGMP requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated oversight of late-stage analytical development programs with experience supporting regulatory submissions including marketing applications is strongly preferred.

Why SpyGlass Pharma?
  • We are offering a range of $225,000 - $250,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with an Annual Bonus opportunity.
  • Share in our success with stock options, giving you a stake in the company's future.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy and happy, with a variety of plan and coverage options.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, and personal leave.

SpyGlass Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. SpyGlass Pharma takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
SpyGlass Pharma is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to JOBS@SPYGLASSPHARMA.COM and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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