Lead Small‑Molecule Process Development Engineer

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alkermesWaltham (MA)

Chemical Engineers Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

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Alkermes, a global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on neuroscience, seeks a Principal Engineer to lead late-stage drug product Process Development. You will guide experiments, scale-up, and tech transfer to manufacturing sites from Phase 3 to PPQ, and collaborate with the CMC and Operations teams to drive critical decisions. You will mentor junior staff, apply ICH/FDA guidelines, and ensure robust development programs across multiple projects in a fast-paced matrix environment.

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