VP, Global R&D/Regulatory Affairs - Valent BioSciences LLC
About The Position
Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Valent BioSciences LLC operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit. Description of Job: Provide leadership and direction in VBC’s global research and development and regulatory affairs with the objective to ensure growth and profitability of VBC.
Requirements
- 15 years of experience in product development with practice of relevant technical discipline; leadership of global teams.
- Global experience; efficacy expertise; technical focus; strategic thinking; leadership/management skills.
- Ph.D. in plant physiology, microbiology, biochemistry or related field
Responsibilities
- Leads the global R&D organization, including people, processes, facilities, and budgets.
- Leads the strategic development and commercialization of new technologies, products, and value positions.
- Manages the overall delivery of new products and technology on time, on budget, on specification.
- Defines the mission and strategic direction for R&D; establishes tactics, metrics and insures implementation.
- Develops and enhances the competitive state of VBC technology and technical leadership.
- Continually improves the R&D Process from ideation through commercialization.
- Strategically plans the technical infrastructure to achieve focus and balanced results.
- Builds effective on-going relationships with other processes, functions and departments including supply chain, marketing and executive leadership within VBC and SCC.
- Directs the integration of R&D activities with marketing and manufacturing.
- Scans, identifies and recommends new products and technologies needed for innovation and growth.
- Works closely with members of Sr. Management to draft, negotiate, and execute legal agreements that pertain to new technology evaluations, licensing deals, data compensation, etc. Over-see processes and activities associated with more routine legal agreements (e.g., CDAs) needed within the R&D organization. Maintain a log sheet of all legal agreements and track progress towards commitments.
- Develops and champions VBC’s image as a leader.
- Selects, manages and develops R&D team members.
- Implements policies and procedures that ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Obtains intellectual property protection where appropriate and necessary.
- Responds to competitive threats and opportunities.
- Maintains and enhances industry presence, awareness, and influence.
Benefits
- High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans
- 5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus
- Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
- Financial assistance programs to support your goals
- Life and disability insurance for added security
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days
- Flexible work arrangements available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
