The role leads a team of laboratory, analytical and data specialists responsible for translating customer needs, operational challenges and market opportunities into tangible, scientifically robust solutions. It acts as a bridge between customers, Sales, Marketing, Technical Service and R&D.
Responsibilities
Partner proactively with Sales, Marketing and Technical Service to identify customer needs and commercial opportunities where scientific investigation, analytical capability or data can influence customer retention, product adoption, differentiation or business growth.
Responsible for continual evaluation and implementation of new innovative, analytical techniques and processes to drive new product development.
Maintain ongoing laboratory service output and collaboration with external laboratories.
Attend and present at tradeshows, conferences and participate in customer meetings.
Acting as a scientific partner to customers, developing a thorough understanding of their processes, operational challenges, technical needs and business objectives.
Lead wet etch and cleaning formulation development for advanced semiconductor applications.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of wet etch and cleaning formulations for advanced semiconductor materials and process applications.
Build fundamental understanding of formulation composition, reaction kinetics, selectivity, etch rate, surface condition, residue removal, and materials compatibility.
Design and execute laboratory studies to screen acids, bases, oxidizers, inhibitors, chelators, surfactants, solvents, and other functional additives while maintaining safe chemical-handling practices.
Develop and test hypotheses regarding reaction and inhibition mechanisms using analytical characterization, statistically robust experimental designs, and literature or patent review.
Partner with process and application engineers to evaluate formulation performance using coupons, patterned wafers, and full-wafer tests, and establish correlation across laboratory and wafer-scale results.
Requirements
MS or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Surface Science, or a closely related field.
Provide technical leadership and day‑to‑day management for a laboratory team, develop and validate analytical methods, oversee laboratory operations, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the research community.
Compensation
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and day‑to‑day management for the laboratory area
Line manage up to 3 Laboratory Research Scientists
Collaborate with technical experts and cross‑functional teams to develop, validate and implement analytical methods
Oversee operational aspects of the laboratory area, including coordination of third‑party contractors for equipment maintenance and repair
Ensure laboratory activities comply with Mars policies and promote a culture of safety, quality and compliance
Serve as a senior technical leader within Pharmaceutical Development, representing CMC project teams across the product lifecycle from early discovery through commercialization. Provide strategic and scientific leadership in process development, material characterization, and analytical strategies.
Compensation
The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $130,800.00-$179,000.00. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program.
Responsibilities
Provide scientific and technical leadership across drug product development programs from early discovery through commercial launch
Lead weekly or bi-weekly internal and NBI–CMO/CDMO project team meetings; clearly communicate program progress, risks, resource gaps, and timelines
Design, develop, and scale robust, phase-appropriate formulations and manufacturing processes using Quality by Design (QbD) principles
Lead and contribute to process development activities including experimental design (DoE), process modeling, scale-up, validation, and technology transfer
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to investigate and resolve complex technical issues across preformulation, formulation, analytical, and manufacturing activities
Requirements
BS/BA degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
MS/MA degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Project Management Group Leader
Adare Pharma Solutions Recruiting Team · Posted Nov 6, 2026
The Project Management Group Leader is responsible for managing and delivering complex customer programs for oral solid dosage pharmaceutical products, as well as leading the Italy PM team. This role combines direct people management with ownership of selected strategic projects, site portfolio oversight, and cross-functional leadership.
Responsibilities
Directly supervise, coach and develop a small team of PMs
establish objectives and individual development plans
Lead analytical development and quality control activities to support biopharmaceutical product development, characterization, manufacturing, and regulatory approval.
Locations (2)
Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States
San Diego, California, United States
Responsibilities
Develop and implement robust analytical methods
Lead method qualification, validation, and transfer
Oversee GMP and non-GMP stability studies
Manage reference standard lifecycle
Review and approve QC raw data and documentation
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or related scientific discipline
Nice to have: late-stage monoclonal antibody drug product development
Contributes to the design and development of products, solutions, and systems, including technical improvements to existing products and components.
Compensation
The base pay range for this position is 149,500.00 - 198,950.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan.
Responsibilities
Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations, and sound engineering principles
Lead and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and rotating components of aircraft engines supporting NPI, certification, field and manufacturing support, component repair implementation, and related processes
Manage elements of the product line by coordinating across cross-functional teams, aligning technical and program priorities, and helping drive execution across multiple projects
Serve as a key interface across engineering, program, manufacturing, and quality teams to communicate priorities, resolve issues, and maintain alignment on deliverables and schedules
Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and other assigned resources, supporting capability growth, knowledge transfer, and consistent execution across product line activities