Are you passionate about drug product formulation development? Do you have extensive experience in pharmaceutical development from Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry?
If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new senior specialist for CMC Drug Product Formulation Development.
Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Germany, and the United States.
We are applying our TransCon technology to build a leading, fully integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of patients, science, and passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs. Today, we have a growing pipeline of prodrug therapies in development, each designed to be a best-in-class therapy.
We are seeking a passionate Senior Specialist to join our growing team. As a key member of the Ascendis Pharma team, you will play a crucial role in drug product formulation development together with your CMC colleagues and establishing a good collaboration with the CROs and CLOs used by Ascendis Pharma. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with cross-functional, global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results.
You will be part of Pharmaceutical Development consisting of 12 employees and will report to the director of CMC Drug Product Formulation Development who is based in Hellerup, Denmark. You will be based in Hellerup, Denmark.
Your key responsibilities will be:
Qualifications and Skills:
You hold a relevant academic degree – preferably a Master or PhD in Pharmacy, engineering, chemistry, or equal field – and 7+ years in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical Development with 3+ years of direct experience with injectable formulation development.
Key competencies:
You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can-do attitude.
To succeed in the role, we expect you to possess strong scientific leadership skills with the ability to balance risks and timelines across Ascendis project pipeline, and proactively handle multiple tasks and challenges simultaneously.
You possess good communication and stakeholder management skills when representing the drug product team in cross-functional and cross-site teams and with CROs and CLOs.
To thrive at Ascendis Pharma culture you possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.
You possess a high energy level and are a highly motivated individual who enjoys working in a collaborative environment thriving with being in contact with new people.
Travel: 15-25 days per year.
Office: Denmark, Hellerup, Tuborg Boulevard 12
Apply now.
Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible.
All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially.
For more details about the position or the company, please contact the director of Drug Product Formulation Development, Ellen Nagato Watanabe on +45 40 40 27 84 or enw@ascendispharma.com, or visit our website www.ascendispharma.com.
Are you ready to take the next big step in your career as a Senior Specialist in CMC Drug Product Formulation Development? At Ascendis Pharma, we're on a mission to transform the lives of patients by developing innovative therapies using our cutting-edge TransCon technology. Joining us means becoming part of a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with a footprint across Denmark, Germany, and the United States. In this pivotal role, you'll be integral to drug product formulation development, working closely with CMC colleagues and fostering strong relationships with Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs). Your days will be filled with exciting challenges as you strategize the development of drug products and drug-device combinations. You'll conduct vital pharmaceutical development studies and ensure compliance with all necessary regulations. We value your expertise in formulation development and stability studies, so be ready to shine as you prepare specifications and write regulatory documentation. If you hold a relevant academic degree and have valuable experience in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, we want you! Ascendis Pharma thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a can-do attitude, ensuring that every team member can make a meaningful impact. Are you a strong team player with an entrepreneurial spirit? Join us at our office in Hellerup, Denmark, and play a key role in our mission to develop the next generation of best-in-class therapies. We can’t wait to meet you!
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