Sr. Analyst, Commercial Manufacturing
San Diego, CA 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role:

Provides operational support for the management and execution of commercial drug product manufacturing activities at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) within the company's supply chain network. Maintains and builds strong relationships and actively participates in assigned cross-functional activities relating to commercial manufacturing at drug product CMO sites. Contributes to activities related to the timely planning, scheduling, manufacturing and release of product. Participates in technical discussions and technical review of manufacturing documentation.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):
  • Collaborates with internal cross-functional teams and drug product CMOs to determine commercial manufacturing requirements, identify and mitigate key risks, and ensure that manufacturing plans are executed as intended

  • Maintains a database to monitor and analyze manufacturing parameters at CMOs

  • Ensures on-time and predictable delivery of products and projects at assigned CMOs

  • Reviews pre- and post-production documents (e.g., master and executed batch records, change controls, protocols, technical reports), and manages the approval process for the same

  • Participates in the operational activities (schedule, timelines, cost) of the CMOs, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery metrics, and program objectives, are met

  • Provides Person-in-Plant coverage at assigned CMOs for critical production activities as/when needed

  • Participates in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex issues at CMOs that could impact the cost, quality, and delivery of product

  • Contributes to the execution of the supplier management processes including relevant scorecards, to ensure appropriate controls, oversight, monitoring, and remediation are in place

  • Participates in the preparation of RFQs, RFPs, Statements of Work (SOW), and Supply Agreements

  • Supports validation activities at assigned CMOs as/when needed

  • Collaborates with the Commercial Manufacturing team and Quality Assurance to ensure CMOs are compliant with all cGMP guidelines and Company SOP requirements

  • Supports the optimization of spend at the CMOs

  • Works closely with CMC during late development, and pre commercial activities at CMOs

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • BS/BA degree in Engineering, Science or related field and 4+ years of Drug Product Manufacturing, Process Development or Engineering experience in the Pharmaceutical industry. Experience with manufacture of solid oral dosage products, with an emphasis on drug product operations. Direct experience with the manufacture of marketed products. Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment, including knowledge of relevant US / EU regulatory and quality requirements, standards and practices. Familiarity with and knowledge of large molecule formulation is preferred OR

  • Master's degree in Engineering, Science, or related field and 2+ years of similar experience noted above

  • Demonstrated success in project planning, resource management, and collaboration with other departments

  • Working knowledge of cGMP-regulations, including knowledge of relevant US/EU regulatory and quality requirements, standards, and practices

  • Strong knowledge of biotech/pharma manufacturing operations, and product and process development

  • Familiarity with document management platforms, e.g. Veeva

  • Familiarity with and knowledge of large molecule formulation is preferred

  • Understands key business drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish work

  • Has a good understanding of pharmaceutical processes, GMP procedures, and systems used to accomplish the work and recognizes downstream impact on other functional areas

  • Proficient with tools and processes that support work conducted by functional areas

  • Ability to work as part of a team

  • Excellent computer skills

  • Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills

  • Detail oriented yet can see broader picture for department

  • Ability to meet multiple deadlines, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency

  • Strong project management skills

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $93,200.00-$135,275.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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