Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow.

The Position

As the Head of Analytical Development Pharmaceuticals, you will lead the newly created department Analytical Development Pharmaceuticals aligning its direction with the global Development strategy. You will be responsible for all aspects of Drug Substance and Drug Product characterization, including method development, validation, and stability studies. Your leadership will ensure the department effectively supports global drug development and the seamless transfer to Operations.

Tasks & responsibilities

• In your new role, you will define and implement the global strategy for analytical development, supporting BI’s pipeline from early research through candidate characterization and selection to drug product development and launch.
• Lead core functional areas including preformulation, in vitro dissolution, method development, and quality control.
• Drive the Analytical Development leadership circle to ensure strategic goals are met across all NCE projects worldwide.
• Develop analytical methods for characterizing drug substances and drug products, focusing on content, dissolution, stability, and physicochemical properties.
• Validate and transfer analytical methods to support formulation and process development, enabling successful CMC submissions and product launches.
• Ensure analytical methods meet global regulatory standards, delivering robust, sensitive, and efficient solutions for quality control at commercial manufacturing sites.
• Maintain state-of-the-art laboratories, ensure personnel are trained and qualified, and implement efficient workflows to meet timelines and quality expectations.
• Foster innovation within the department, including the implementation of accelerated stability models and predictive stability testing.
• As a member of the Pharmaceutical Development leadership team, lead and develop the AD department, promote best practice sharing, and ensure proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field
• Proven experience in preformulation and NCE drug product development across multiple dosage forms, including late-stage development, manufacturing, pharmaceutical analysis, and regulatory affairs
• Deep expertise in analytical techniques and instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, in vitro dissolution, GC, MS, KF, FTIR)
• Strong knowledge of regulatory environments (GMP, FDA, EU approval processes)
• Advanced understanding of statistical methods and process analytics
• Several years of leadership experience managing global, cross-functional teams
• Fluency in both German and English, with extensive experience in authoring analytical documentation in English
• Willingness to travel internationally

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.

• Financial Health

  From supportive services to safeguards against risks – with these offerings you stay in control of your financial situation.

• Rewards and recognition

  Our innovation power and success would not be possible without you – with these offerings we want to emphasize our special recognition

• Learning and development

  From lifelong learning to development opportunities – these offerings show an investment by the company in your growth.

• Wellness

  Well-being and health are precious – these offerings help you to achieve and maintain them, and ensure a healthy lifestyle.

• Work life balance

  Being dedicated at work while balancing your private life with all its challenges, this is what these offerings are all about.

• Local benefits

  Benefits and additional services may differ in your local region. Find out more from your recruiter during the interview process or via the local career website.

Ready to contact us?

If you have any questions about the job posting or process – please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: [email protected]

Recruitment process:

Step 1: Online application – The job posting is online until November 27th, 2025

Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from November 20th until December 2nd

Step 3: On-site interviews mid of December (KW 51)

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Want to learn more? Visit www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.