Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than 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. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Apply basic scientific or engineering principles to process development activities including definition, optimization, characterization, and validation
Contributes scientific analysis to support development decisions under guidance of senior staff
Supports process scale-up and technology transfer initiatives
Independently design and execute experiments aligned with defined project objectives
Evaluate and implement improvements to enhance product quality and manufacturing consistency
Identify process challenges and perform trouble-shooting activities within assigned scope
Support laboratory and pilot-scale operations including equipment configuration, maintenance, and operation
Procure, install, and maintain equipment and instrumentation
Document research and development activities in accordance with quality standards
Provide support for contract manufacturing activities and external interactions as assigned
Promote and ensure safe laboratory practices
Provide input to select sections of CMC documentation as appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned
BS/BA degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, or similar engineering or similar scientific discipline and 2+ years of experience in experience in pharmaceutical/process development field, including API manufacturing experience OR
MS/MA degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or similar scientific discipline and some industry experience OR
PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or similar scientific discipline and some relevant experience
Working understanding of process development and scale-up principles
Familiarity with cGMP requirements preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate and troubleshoot laboratory and pilot-scale equipment
Good knowledge of scientific or engineering principles, methods, and techniques
Demonstrates ability to interpret experimental data and identify inconsistencies
Maintains confidentiality regarding intellectual property and proprietary information
Detail oriented and organized
Applies structured problem-solving within a team environment
Recognizes anomalies in data and identifies potential experimental issues
Effective communication skills, both written and oral
Demonstrates analytical thinking skills
Emerging understanding of process scalability considerations
Ability to meet established deadlines
Good interpersonal and project coordination skills
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, 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 $89,800.00-$123,000.00. 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.