Associate Director, Chemical Development
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals · Irvine, California, United States
Posted 20 days ago · $150,000 - $210,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 20 days Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 89% of Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Tarsus Pharmaceuticals
- high 13 stale, 0 reposted of 19 open
- Hiring momentum
- 25 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Tarsus Pharmaceuticals's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Tarsus Pharmaceuticals.
About this role
The Associate Director, Chemical Development will oversee CMC activities related to drug substance development and manufacturing, ensuring alignment with regulatory and corporate strategies. The role involves managing API operations, collaborating with internal teams and external partners, and developing robust supply strategies while addressing technical and operational risks. The position also includes budget management and supporting regulatory submissions.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Tarsus Pharmaceuticals as an employer.
What you need
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline
- 8+ years of progressive industrial experience with a Ph.D., 12+ years with a B.S., or 10+ years with an M.S.
- Strong understanding of drug substance development and pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Experience supporting sterile product programs
- Strong project management and technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and external partners
Nice to have
- Experience in small-molecule or other API modalities
- Experience with CMO selection and oversight
- Experience in technology transfer, process development, and optimization
- Experience in scale-up, registration, validation, and commercial manufacturing
What you get
- Hybrid work environment with remote work option
- Onsite gym, pool, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal days
- Base pay range of $150,000 - $210,000 plus bonus and stock equity
Worth weighing
- Some travel may be required – up to 30%
- No specific mention of team size or structure
- Role involves significant collaboration with external partners, which may impact project timelines
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Listed by Tarsus Pharmaceuticals on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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