Manages the activities of a chemical development group in the research, evaluation, and development and scale-up of one or more of the organization's products, projects, and processes.
Must have thorough knowledge and experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g. HPLC, LCMS, NMR), as well as process development and scale-up of small molecules across early to late stage.
Lead chemical development teams on small molecule drug development and scale-up programs both internally and externally.
Conducts and collaborates with others on the principles of chemical development and scale-up.
Author and contribute to writing CMC section of regulatory documents (IND/IMPD/NDA/MAA).
Writes and reviews manuscripts for publication.
Develops strategies to ensure effective achievement of scientific objectives.
Monitors and evaluates completion of tasks and projects.
Develops budgets for capital expenditures and labor.
Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
Develops corporate and/or organizational policies and authorizes their implementation.
Develops innovative concepts and promotes new ideas that support the company's objectives and timelines.
Provides direction to senior managers in various areas and groups.
Consistently works with abstract ideas or situations across functional areas of the business and identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction.
Requires in-depth knowledge and understanding of the functional area, business strategies and company goals.
Interacts internally and externally with executive level management, requiring negotiation of extremely critical matters.
Creates and implements department-related policies that affect the company as a whole, while ensuring compliance issues are met.
Makes final decisions on administrative or operational matters and ensures operations effective achievement of objectives.
Ensures that budgets and schedules meet corporate timelines.
Directs and controls the activities of a broad functional area through partnership with cross-functional department managers within the company.
Directs and controls the planning, staffing and budgeting while managing expense priorities and recommending and implementing changes to methods.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
PhD in Chemistry plus 15+ years of related experience or equivalent.
Must possess expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
Must show demonstrated success in technical proficiency, collaboration with others and independent thought.
Successful candidate should have a reputation as an emerging leader in the field with sustained performance and accomplishments.
Preferred Skills
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Able to build effective working relationships throughout the organization internally and externally to achieve goals.
Flexibility and willingness to solve problems that fall outside of immediate area of expertise
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills, with an exceptional attention to detail.
Work independently in an interdisciplinary, fast-paced, often changing environment.
Committed to the values of integrity, accountability, transparency, and drive.