1

Director Drug Product Formulation Development Jobs

Associate Director, Drug Product

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$170 - $230/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Associate Director, Drug Product Manufacturing, you will build and lead a new organization to ... development. * Define and own business processes for Drug Product functions, including Formulation ...

  • Medical

  • PTO

As Associate Director, Drug Product Manufacturing, you will build and lead a new organization to ... development.Define and own business processes for Drug Product functions, including Formulation ...

As Associate Director, Drug Product Manufacturing, you will build and lead a new organization to ... development. * Define and own business processes for Drug Product functions, including Formulation ...

Showing results 21-40

Director Drug Product Formulation Development information

See salary details

$73K

$163.7K

$244.5K

How much do director drug product formulation development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for director drug product formulation development in the United States is $163,684.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,500.00 and $185,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director drug product formulation development do?

A Director of Drug Product Formulation Development leads teams responsible for designing and optimizing pharmaceutical formulations, ensuring that drugs are safe, effective, and manufacturable at scale. This role involves overseeing the development of drug products from early-stage research through to clinical trials and commercial manufacturing. The director collaborates with cross-functional teams, manages regulatory compliance, and ensures that product development aligns with company goals and industry standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director drug product formulation development, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Drug Product Formulation Development, you need an advanced degree in pharmaceutical sciences or a related field, extensive experience in formulation development, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements. Familiarity with analytical instrumentation, formulation software, and quality management systems, as well as certifications like PMP or Six Sigma, are highly beneficial. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies ensure the successful development, optimization, and regulatory approval of drug products in a highly competitive and regulated environment.

What are some typical challenges faced by a director drug product formulation development, and how are they addressed within the team?

A Director of Drug Product Formulation Development often encounters challenges such as balancing innovative formulation approaches with regulatory compliance, managing cross-functional timelines, and ensuring scalability from laboratory to commercial manufacturing. Addressing these challenges typically involves close collaboration with analytical, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to align goals and troubleshoot issues early. Open communication, regular project reviews, and fostering a culture of continuous learning help the team adapt quickly to evolving project requirements and industry standards.
More about Director Drug Product Formulation Development jobs

What cities are hiring for Director Drug Product Formulation Development jobs?

Cities with the most Director Drug Product Formulation Development job openings:

What states have the most Director Drug Product Formulation Development jobs?

States with the most job openings for Director Drug Product Formulation Development jobs include:

Infographic showing various Director Drug Product Formulation Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $163,684 per year, or $78.7 per hour.

Gene Therapy Drug Product Development Scientist

Eurofins

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Eurofins rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

Company Description
The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work-life balance and a competitive benefits package.
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.
If you're looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!
Job Description
Eurofins PSS is seeking a Drug Product Formulation Scientist to permanently work at a client site to support drug product formulation, biophysical characterization, and process development for gene therapy research. The successful employee will thrive in a high throughput environment, working with small-scale drug product manufacturing process development and scale-up activities.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Drug product formulation, delivery, and process development activities in support of AAV gene therapy research in a small-scale manufacturing facility
  • Utilize biophysical characterization techniques, administration, and instrumentation
  • Analytical characterization via operation and troubleshooting of HPLC, HIAC, HALO, and other instrumentation on raw materials and drug products
  • Collaborate with multiple teams throughout study timeline
  • Data analysis, interpretation, reporting, and presentation

Qualifications
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS in a life sciences discipline (Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, etc.) with at least 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience working in drug product formulation development.
  • Must have experience with a mixture of biophysical characterization techniques (XRD, DLS, DSC, etc.) and analytical techniques (HPLC, ELISA, etc.)
  • Ability to understand and follow report protocols and coordinate with multiple cross-functional teams
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with HIAC and HAOL is highly preferred

Additional Information
The position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday with overtime as needed. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Philadelphia, PA are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits include:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

What Eurofins employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Eurofins logo

About Eurofins

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Industry

Scientific research and development services, biotechnology research and development and environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Leacock, PA, US