AssociateDirector,FormulationDevelopment

Position Summary The Associate Director, Formulation Development will play a key role on MBX Biosciences’ CMC team, supporting the development of peptide therapeutics across our pipeline. Reporting into our Senior Director, Drug Product- this person will lead formulation design and optimization, oversee studies related to product quality and stability, and support development activities from early assessment through manufacturing transfer. The role requires strong scientific expertise in peptide or protein formulation development, collaboration across cross-functional teams and external partners, and a focus on advancing innovative therapies in a fast-paced biotech environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the design, development, and optimization of pharmaceutical formulations for MBX’s peptide therapeutics. Oversee formulation development laboratory activities to support the advancement of peptide therapeutics across the MBX portfolio Support implementation of analytical methods for characterizing peptides, including chromatographic techniques, spectroscopic techniques, and physical characterization in conjunction with AD Oversee and ensure the implementation of robust QC procedures and ensure compliance with regulatory guidance and industry standards (e.g., ICH guidelines) Plan and conduct non-GMP stability studies as part of formulation development. Contribute to the GMP stability study design to assess the shelf-life and degradation pathways. Lead and contribute to the design and execution of drug product process optimization studies, to enhance product performance and manufacturability at scale. Contribute to the process transfer to CDMOs Identify and address formulation and analytical technical challenges, e.g., through design experiments, root cause analyses, etc. Partner effectively with MBX Regulatory personnel to ensure appropriate data, information, and documentation related to formulation and analytical methods are incorporated into regul