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We leverage our expertise in structure-guided drug design to develop first-in-class or best-in-class oral small-molecule and injectable protein therapeutics. Our global headquarters is in Durham, North Carolina, we have a regional office in Boston, Massachusetts, and our employees span the globe across sites in multiple countries. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit our website at www.biocryst.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.\nJOB SUMMARY:\nThe Associate Director of Analytical Development will provide scientific and operational leadership for analytical development and release testing activities supporting BioCryst’s biologics portfolio. This role is responsible for overseeing phase-appropriate analytical method development, qualification, transfer and execution at external Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) and Contract Test Laboratories (CTLs), with emphasis on potency and impurities assays for biologics.\nThe Associate Director will work cross-functionally with Drug Substance, Drug Product, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure product quality, robust analytical strategies, and timely support of clinical and late-stage development programs. This position requires strong technical expertise in biologics analytical sciences, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative biotech environment.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nProvide scientific and operational leadership for analytical development across biologics programs from early development through late stage and commercialization, primarily at external partners.\nLead analytical strategies for potency, impurities and other release assays to support biologics development, clinical supply, late-stage development, and commercialization readiness.\nDrive interpretation and application of product quality data to define CQAs, QTPPs, control strategies, and characterization packages supporting regulatory submissions and process changes.\nLead analytical method development, qualification, and testing activities at CDMOs and contract test laboratories, including potency, purity, identity, safety, and other release and stability assays for biologics.\nAuthor and review high-quality analytical reports, technical summaries and other documentation to support product development.\nAuthor and review analytical sections of CMC regulatory filings and communicate analytical risks, timelines, and data interpretations to internal teams and external partners.\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with CDMO and CTL partners, applying metrics to manage risk, prioritize work, and drive continuous improvement.\nStay current with evolving CMC and global regulatory strategies for biologics and small-molecule programs through literature and external networking, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory expectations.\nProvide mentorship, coaching, and leadership to internal and matrixed teams, contributing to a high-performing analytical organization.\nPartner with QC and Quality stakeholders to support method validations, method transfer, reference material qualification, deviation and OOS/OOT investigations, CAPA activities, and lifecycle management.\nAll other duties as assigned\nEXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:\nPhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with 8-12 years of experience in analytical development and QC supporting biologics programs from preclinical through late-stage development.\nBS/MS with 10-12 years of relevant industry experience in analytical laboratories supporting biologics development and manufacturing.\nStrong technical expertise in biologics analytical sciences, including potency and impurities assays, life-cycle management methods, and data interpretation.\nDemonstrated experience supporting regulatory submissions and interacting with Quality and Regulatory functions.\nProven ability to manage external partners and deliver results in a fast-paced biotech environment.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience authoring technical reports and regulatory documentation.\nExperience with method development, validation, transfer, and GMP release and stability testing of biologics, including potency and impurities assays, is required.\nThe statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.\nBioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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