R&D Process Development Manager

The Lauridsen Group • Ankeny, IA

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About The Position

The R&D Process Development Manager at The Lauridsen Group is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the process development team. This position requires a strong background in process development, team management, and collaboration across various functions to drive the commercialization of new products. The manager will lead process development activities, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards while fostering a collaborative environment for team members.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or master's degree in chemical engineering, materials science, biochemistry, or related field required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in R&D process development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in process development, scaling R&D processes, and improving product quality.
• Excellent project management skills with experience managing complex R&D process development projects from bench to commercialization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high-growth or rapidly evolving industry, such as biotechnology, in vitro diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, or advanced materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of R&D scientists and research associates, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Guide team members' career development and performance, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and project timelines.
• Manage downstream process development activities from product requirements, design inputs and outputs, and timelines.
• Oversee all aspects of R&D process development from bench to pilot to commercial tech transfer, ensuring adherence to project timelines, design requirements, and quality standards.
• Develop and implement best practices, SOPs, and guidelines for the R&D team to enhance consistency and innovation.
• Serve as the key liaison between R&D, Quality, and Operations, ensuring seamless integration of new processes and improvements.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Monitor and report on R&D progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and project outcomes to senior leadership.
• Keep current with industry trends and advancements methodologies into R&D practices.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement of people and processes.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Volunteer time off
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: Master's degree