Careers at Pharmasset

• Responsible for process justification, and engineering and validation batch campaigns for commercial development of drug product.
• Develop strategies to effectively deal with formulation challenges that may arise.
• Manage over-encapsulation at 3rd party sites.
• Handle the implementation of stability protocols.
• Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to implement strategies to ensure effective achievement of clinical/commercial manufacturing objectives.
• Oversee the development, planning, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new or existing products and technologies.
• Work closely with quality groups to ensure strict compliance with GMP guidelines at all times.
• Ensure the effective use of materials, equipment and people in producing quality products.
• May provide support in various phases of the API life cycle for the company’s drug candidates.
• Perform related duties, special projects and/or other functions as required.

• Bachelor degree in a scientific discipline is required; an advanced degree (PharmD, Masters, or PhD in a science related discipline) is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years pharmaceutical industry or biotech experience, with at least 5 years hands-on experience in drug product development area is required.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Proven ability to formulate decisions effectively and independently based on available information.
• Prior experience in managing outsourcing and negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Solid understanding of cGMPs & the operational needs of a Commercial Manufacturing environment.
• Candidate should be a highly motivated individual with demonstrated outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have desire to work and excel in a rapidly changing, small company environment where a “hands-on” approach is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgement, be well organized, take initiative, be flexible, work well under pressure and produce accurate and timely work.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally approximately 30% of the time is required.

Pharmasset, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.