Head, Development

Corden Pharma Colorado

55d

About The Position

CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical, and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives. Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being. Provides strategic leadership and management for the Research and Development (R&D) Department. Responsibilities include setting and achieving objectives consistent with site strategy, developing and monitoring plans to meet departmental objectives, building employee capabilities consistent with site needs, and continuous improvement. Provides R&D leadership to drive high performing teams, effective cross-collaboration with other departments, and to inspire confidence in the site’s technical scientific capabilities. The R&D Department is responsible for the development of analytical methods and production processes for our client program portfolio. The Head of Development ensures that standard work and tactical plans for R&D activities are developed and results are achieved, consistent with customer expectations and site objectives. Additionally, the Head of Development will support plant operations that could include troubleshooting and identifying substantial process improvements. Drive best practices across the worldwide Corden R&D network through active participation across site R&D strategy and plan. Member of the organization’s Leadership Team responsible for sustainable profitable growth.

Requirements

Doctoral Degree (PhD) or equivalent in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field with 15 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, within the Chemical/Pharmaceutical industry.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publications that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, scientific and public groups, as well as to boards of directors.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with multiple abstract and concrete variables.
Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally.
Understanding of the basic science and engineering associated with the manufacture of pharmaceuticals
Demonstrated expertise in chemical development and operations management
Project management skills, planning, staffing, organizing, directing, and controlling
Analytical problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of regulatory issues in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Leadership and negotiation skills
Ability to build relationships, influence, and motivate others
Coaching and mentoring skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation skills
Experience with international environments

Responsibilities

Responsible for R&D’s project portfolio. Ensures R&D meets customer expectations on budget and on time for the technical aspect of the projects, including route evaluation, process development, analytical development, and process characterization
Responsible for technical evaluation of new projects, including identification of risks, innovation opportunities, capabilities needed, cost analysis, and pricing strategy. Provide written and verbal communication to customers to ensure confidence in ability to deliver on projects
Ensure R&D capabilities align with strategic goals and provide competitive advantage. Ensure the proper technical resources and skills are in place and appropriately applied to meet and exceed R&D goals. Provide access to external technical sources and contacts, as needed to assure leading state of science and technology
Identify technical, business, and interpersonal skill development needs of the members of the management team; and recommend appropriate training, either formal or on the job, and ensure training is effective
Responsible for ensuring compliance with GMP, regulatory, safety, and environmental regulations and laws for local, state, and federal

Benefits

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance