Analytical R&D Director - Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical

Position Summary 

We’re looking for a senior analytical leader to serve as the right hand to our Vice President of AR&D – a role designed for someone who thrives at the intersection of science, leadership, and execution. This position acts as the connective tissue between AR&D leadership and laboratory scientists, ensuring analytical development work is technically sound, clearly documented, inspection-ready, and aligned with business priorities. You’ll bring broad analytical expertise, strong technical writing skills, and a leadership mindset that elevates both people and programs.

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Hauppauge, NY
• Level: Manager, Sr Manager, or Director
• Works Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:00PM EST
• Pay Range: $105,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience and level
• Start Date: ASAP

What makes this role exciting

• Act as a trusted partner to the VP of AR&D with meaningful influence on strategy, priorities, and execution
• A chance to shape how analytical development is executed and communicated, not just reviewed
• High visibility across Formulation R&D, QA, QC, Regulatory Affairs, and Project Management
• Blend of technical depth, leadership, and operational ownership – ideal for someone ready to expand beyond the bench
• Opportunity to mentor and elevate scientists while ensuring work is inspection-ready and submission-quality
• Exposure to CMC and ANDA-enabling activities that directly impact product success

Why Join CPC?

At CPC, you’ll be part of a team that has set the standard in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing since 1971, helping bring high-quality OTC, dietary supplement, and prescription products to market faster and safer than ever. We pride ourselves on quality as a core value, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative culture where everyone plays a role in advancing formulation and manufacturing excellence. CPC offers an inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career while working with cutting-edge technologies and serving leading global brands. With a commitment to employee success, competitive benefits, and a culture built on teamwork and integrity, CPC is a place where your contributions truly make an impact. 

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Act as a technical and operational bridge between AR&D leadership and laboratory teams
• Provide scientific oversight for analytical method development, validation, transfer, and investigations
• Ensure analytical deliverables are executed on schedule and aligned with overall project timelines and business priorities
• Prepare and review methods, protocols, reports, and regulatory-facing documentation
• Partner cross-functionally to support CMC and submission-enabling activities
• Help translate strategy into clear priorities, timelines, and execution
• Mentor scientists, strengthen technical rigor, and reinforce a culture of quality and accountability

Education & Experience

• BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• Manager level: 5+ years of experience in analytical development 
• Senior Manager: 7+ years of experience in analytical development 
• Director level: 10+ years of progressive experience in analytical development
• Prior experience supporting method development, validation, and regulatory submissions (CMC/ANDA) required
• Experience leading or mentoring scientific teams strongly preferred

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad, working knowledge of analytical techniques, including chromatography (HPLC, UPLC, LC-MS, GC, GC-MS, ICP-OES/MS, TLC/HPTLC), spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR), and classical/wet chemistry
• Strong understanding of cGMP, data integrity principles, FDA and ICH guidelines
• Exceptional technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear and concise documentation
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence without authority and bridge leadership and bench-level execution
• Strong organizational, prioritization, project management, communication and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency with standard business and documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Office)