Senior Expert Science & Technology

Summary

Design, plan, and lead the timely completion of analytical deliverables for drug substances (DS), drug products (DP), processes, and procedures. Lead and manage all project activities for assigned projects; support and coach project team members; participate in multi-functional project discussions and contribute to overall Technical R&D (TRD) strategies and goals. Management track: lead a team in pharmaceutical development, working in a multidisciplinary environment. Execute and support the development of the analytical strategy and drive operational excellence in line with the TRD vision and strategy. Ensure full portfolio support in line with plans and objectives; apply scientific, technical, cGMP, and/or quality-related expertise to address complex R&D issues; and develop strategies based on science and technology.

About the Role

Senior Expert Science & Technology

Location - Hyderabad #LI Hybrid

About the Role:
Design, plan, and lead the timely completion of analytical deliverables for drug substances (DS), drug products (DP), processes, and procedures. Lead and manage all project activities for assigned projects; support and coach project team members; participate in multi-functional project discussions and contribute to overall Technical R&D (TRD) strategies and goals. Management track: lead a team in pharmaceutical development, working in a multidisciplinary environment. Execute and support the development of the analytical strategy and drive operational excellence in line with the TRD vision and strategy. Ensure full portfolio support in line with plans and objectives; apply scientific, technical, cGMP, and/or quality-related expertise to address complex R&D issues; and develop strategies based on science and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead all Analytical activities of assigned projects.Work according to appropriate standards for quality, ethics, health, safety, environment protection and information security; lead initiatives to ensure continuous improvement; all activities have to be aligned with organizational workflows and procedures.
• Evaluate and interpret results, draw relevant conclusions; supervise project related activities; perform complex tasks without having established procedures.Oversee protocols, scientific reports, and lab procedures or processes.
• Oversee related SOPs; write scientific documents intended for external partners or for the preparation of registration documents; and interact with authorities. Communicate, address, and solve problems within your own and broader area of responsibility; communicate effectively across organizational interfaces; and lead the transfer of know-how to other departments or external contractors, including troubleshooting and on-site training.
• Lead the optimization of project-related scientific/technical activities or processes; coordinate team(s).
• Ensure compliance with cGMP. Provide scientific and technical guidance; actively foster knowledge exchange. Develop, mentor and coach other scientific associates; present scientific /technical results internally and contribute to publications, presentations and patents.
• Represent the analytical function in project teams and fulfil all project tasks and responsibilities related to the analytical function. Broadly use professional concepts, in accordance with company objectives, to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways. Contribute to cost centre goals and objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans and timelines from development through cGMP manufacture. Ensure accurate, timely reports are produced.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: :

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Essential Requirements:

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences with a minimum of 10 years of experience, or M.Pharm/M.Sc. with 15+ years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in analytical development.

Desired Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of Design, plan and report results of scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of drug substances (DS), drug products (DP), processes and procedures.

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